Published in 1911; these are the recollections of William Henry Morgan during the Civil War. Includes Fort Delaware prison; 11th Virginia; Manassas; Kirby Smith; Yorktown; Williamsburg; Fort Pulaski and much more.
#1213527 in Books 2017-04-28Original language:English 9.00 x .60 x 6.00l; #File Name: 1476664536256 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good history and a good readBy Dana T. ParkerThis is a scholarly book that is also a fun read. It is an interesting history of Israel Putnam; one of the heroes of the American Revolution who hasn't received much attention in the last century. "Old Put" is worth knowing.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. This excellent and very readable book of the life of Israel ...By Candice C. BrashearsThis excellent and very readable book of the life of Israel Putnam belongs on the bookshelf of everyone interested in military; American; Connecticut; French Indian and Revolutionary war history. Putnam’s exploits were eye-opening and as a farmer with little formal education who proved a fearless soldier-turned-Major General; his story is extraordinary.Putnam’s name and his role in American history has been somewhat neglected over the last century and this book brings it back to life and the forefront of American consciousness.I especially appreciated how Hubbard’s details of associated military persons and personalities; concurrent events and family obligations during this challenging time gives perspective and meaning to Putnam’s actions and decisions during the French Indian War and as a Major General in the Revolutionary War.Author Robert Hubbard clearly identifies how Israel Putnam earned his well-earned designation of “Heroâ€.
