Organized at Indianapolis in December 1861; the 47th Indiana Volunteer Infantry's Civil War service spanned the Mississippi Valley and the Gulf South. From Louisville to New Orleans and on to Mobile; General James R. Slack and the 47th Indiana took the war to the inland waterways and southern bayous; fighting in many of the Civil War's most famous campaigns; including Vicksburg; Red River and Mobile. This chronicle of the 47th Indiana follows the regiment's odyssey through the words of its officers and men. Sources include Chaplain Samuel Sawyer's account of their exploits in the Indianapolis Daily Journal; soldiers' accounts in Indiana newspapers; stories of war and intrigue from newspapermen of the "Bohemian Brigade;" and General Slack's own story in letters to his wife; Ann; including his postwar command on the Rio Grande. Numerous photographs; previously unpublished battle and area maps; and a full regimental roster complete this detailed account.
#3738914 in Books McFarland 2010-07-06Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.25 x 7.00 x .75l; 1.25 #File Name: 0786446382223 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. An amazing studyBy Bizzy ReadingThis is a very important book for anyone interested in the history of slavery and abolition in the U.S. and especially in the activities of the Underground Railroad. It is a scholarly work but at the same time very readable. Extensive footnotes and bibliography ensure the accuracy of Ms. Mull's work. I especially enjoyed the vignettes that begin each chapter.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating!By HilaronyThis book is a captivating read! I was inspired by the first hand accounts throughout the book. A must read for history buffs!0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. IT' OKAYBy Bruce BartoncommentsTo much Washtenaw County.By comparison;not a great deal about the Western route.If Lewis Clark is mentioned; I missed it.
