The Thirty-Ninth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers, 1862-1865
An Intimate Look at Union Soldiers' SacrificesBy Alfred S. Roe
Length19h 49m
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In "The Thirty-Ninth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers, 1862-1865," Alfred S. Roe meticulously chronicles the experiences of this Civil War regiment, offering a detailed account of their formation, engagements, and the social dynamics of military life during a tumultuous period in American history. Written in a narrative style that blends historical analysis and personal memoir, Roe's work provides not only a timeline of battles and campaigns but also delves into the psychological and communal aspects of soldiering. The book stands as a significant contribution to Civil War literature, illuminating the sacrifices and camaraderie forged in the crucible of conflict, while situating the regiment's story against the broader tapestry of 19th-century America and the dynamics of the Civil War itself. Alfred S. Roe, a historian and veteran, draws upon his passion for military history and personal insights garnered from his background in military service. His dedication to preserving the legacy of soldiers who fought in the Civil War reflects a profound gratitude and respect for their sacrifices. Roe'Äôs insights are enriched by thorough research, including regimental records, personal letters, and contemporary accounts, making this work not just a personal endeavor but an academic one steeped in historical significance. This meticulously researched volume is recommended for scholars, historians, and any reader interested in understanding the complexities of the Civil War through the lens of individual regiments. Roe's account is a compelling reminder of the heroism of ordinary men faced with extraordinary circumstances, providing invaluable insights for both academic study and general readership.
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GenreHistory
Length19 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 27, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1BATTLES IN WHICH THE THIRTY-NINTH BORE A PART
41STILL IN CAMP.
2IN THE BEGINNING
42THE WILDERNESS
3LYNNFIELD
43THE BATTLE OF THE WILDERNESS
4COMPANY A
44SPOTTSYLVANIA
5COMPANY B.
45NORTH ANNA RIVER
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6COMPANY C.
46COLD HARBOR
7COMPANY D.
47TOWARDS THE JAMES RIVER
8COMPANY E.
48PETERSBURG
9COMPANY F.
491865.
10COMPANY G.
50IN REBEL PRISONS.
11COMPANY H.
51CORPORAL F. A. GLINES' DIARY.
12COMPANY I.
52CORPORAL JOHN E. HORTON'S DIARY.
13COMPANY K.
53FROM DIARY OF CORPORAL EDWARD H. LEWIS, CO. B.
14BOXFORD
54JOHN F. LOCKE'S RECOLLECTIONS.
15BOXFORD TO WASHINGTON.
55SERGT. MAJOR C. K. CONN
16POTOMAC CROSSED.
56J. F. LESLIE'S RUSE
17ON THE MARCH.
57CORPORAL CHARLES H. BARNES' STORY.
18PICKET DUTY.
58REGIMENTAL VETERAN ASSOCIATION
19STUART'S RAID.
59REGIMENTAL ROSTER
20MOVING AGAIN
60FIELD AND STAFF COLONELS
21OFFUTT'S CROSS ROADS
61LIEUTENANT COLONELS
22POOLESVILLE
62MAJORS
231863
63ADJUTANTS
24A RAINY MARCH
64QUARTERMASTER
25WASHINGTON.
65SURGEONS
26JOINING THE POTOMAC ARMY
66ASSISTANT SURGEONS
27AT THE FRONT
67CHAPLAIN
28IN VIRGINIA
68NON-COMMISSIONED STAFF
29FIRST ARMY CORPS.
69COMPANY A
30FIRST ANNIVERSARY.
70COMPANY B
31THE RAPIDAN.
71COMPANY C
32A BACKWARD MOVE
72COMPANY D.
33CAMPAIGN OF MANEUVERS.
73COMPANY E
34BRANDY STATION
74COMPANY F
35MINE RUN
75COMPANY G
36TOWARDS WINTER QUARTERS
76COMPANY H
37MITCHELL'S STATION
77COMPANY I
381864
78COMPANY K
39MASONIC LODGE
79TABLE OF AGGREGATES.
40MITCHELL'S STATION AND THE SCHOOL IN CAMP
80FOOTNOTES:
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