THE FIGHTING MEN OF THE CIVIL WAR by William C. Davis
THE FIGHTING MEN OF THE CIVIL WAR - by William C. Davis. Softbound, 356 pages, 10" x 13". Even though the Civil War is among the best-documented wars in world history, the story of the individual soldier is not well documented. The common soldier's experience of battle is the subject of this fascinating book. Shifting focus from the officer to the men in the ranks, the author begins with enlistment and training, follows with life in the camp and on the march, and concludes with experiences of combat, imprisonment, and sickness. Following the men through a wealth of anecdotes and firsthand accounts, the author brings us the reality of war. Each branch of the service is highlighted, as are combatants such as sailors in both navies and the many African-American troops traditionally denied the limelight. 84 color illustrations of soldiers and materials and 182 historical photographs.
