The compelling story of 400 men, their organization and service, their victories and defeats in over 40 battles. While the wartime experiences of the other four companies of the Washington Artillery are thoroughly documented, the exploits of the Fifth Company have been curiously neglected. This work illustrates the significance of the unit and its pivotal place in history. 21 halftones. 2 line drawings. 9 maps.
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The compelling story of 400 men, their organization and service, their victories and defeats in over 40 battles. While the wartime experiences of the other four companies of the Washington Artillery are thoroughly documented, the exploits of the Fifth Company have been curiously neglected. This work illustrates the significance of the unit and its pivotal place in history. 21 halftones. 2 line drawings. 9 maps.
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Fine in Near Fine jacket. [1997] FIRST EDITION hardcover and dustjacket, 384 pages. Condition of hardcover: Fine, pristine. Dustjacket: Minor short tear, faint rubbing from shelving, else overall Near Fine. Free of the smell of old humidity stains or the smell of smoke from a cigarette or cigar smoker. Book purchased by collector, but never read. Actually, book is in gift-giving condition. Here is Civil War history at its best, a finely crafted book detailing the sweat and grit that made the Fifth Company, Washington Artillery (Army of Tennessee), an outstanding example of the heart and soul of the Southern war effort, according to author Wiley Sword. This is a wonderful, well-researched book, not just a dry, oh-hum story of troop movements and battles. Historical, collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.
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Fine in Fine jacket. 9.2 x 6.2 x 1.3 inches. pp. 384. Pristine, no markings. Jacket in new mylar cover. 9 maps, 23 illustrations. // Shipped carefully packed in a sturdy box.
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