The Civil War has been studied; written about; even sun about for generations. Most people know that it was a conflict between North and South; Unionists and rebels; blue and gray. We recognize the names of Jefferson Davis; Ulysses S. Grant; and Robert E. Lee. Many people know about Clara Barton; the nurse who did so much to save soldiers' lives. But few have heard of Sarah Emma Edmonds; Rosetta Wakeman; or Mary Galloway. They were among the hundreds of women who assumed male identities; put on uniforms; enlisted in the Union or Confederate Army; and went into battle alongside their male comrades. In this compelling book; Anita Silvey explores the fascinating secret world of women soldiers: who they were; why they went to war; how they managed their masquerade. A few left memoirs; diaries; or letters. Newspaper stories; pension records; and regimental accounts yielded additional information; as did the writings of male soldiers who became aware of the women in the ranks. Undoubtedly; there were women soldiers whose true identity was never discovered or revealed. Accessible; accurate; and engaging; I'll Pass for Your Comrade invites readers to view the Civil War from an uncommon perspective and explores an often overlooked aspect of our history.
#1579644 in Books imusti 2015-08-19Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 12.00 x .50 x 8.50l; .50 #File Name: 615800720X112 pagesPanzerwrecks
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