C. H. Ruffin; of Nash Co.; wounded yesterday. Dies in my arms—in perfect peace. Charlie enlisted at 17; and; perhaps; was the wildest boy in his Regiment. Secular or religious; you will find Alexander Betts' diary from his service in the American Civil War moving; interesting; and illuminating of its time. Edited and published by his son in 1901; the diary entries provide fascinating details from everyday life during the war in the south. Betts barely mentions slavery; never mentions the names "Lincoln" or "Grant." He was referred to by Robert E. Lee as "that model chaplain." He attended to the spiritual needs of soldiers; yes; but also held many a dying man to comfort him. He was as devoted in his care to captured and wounded Union soldiers as his own. Every memoir of the American Civil War provides us with another view of the catastrophe that changed the country forever.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Calling all history buffsBy A CustomerAs a huge history buff; I would highly recommend this well written pack of books. Each book in this collection focuses on a different influential and pivotal historical figure. I was captivated while reading the exploits of each of these legendary figures; from their highs to their lows to their unique personality quirks.Well written and highly entertaining.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Pleasant; broad and general overviews. In this and ...By Marco Antonio LaraPleasant; broad and general overviews. In this and other sets the writing is uneven; the focus at times unclear; snd; predictably; the content can waver and even miss the market; but they are; together and apart; enjoyable.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. it makes for an easy and interesting readBy PullenJonThis is a well written set of books. There is a lot of historical information here that documents the lives of several influential leaders. I was pleasantly surprised with the flow of the text; it makes for an easy and interesting read.
