Following the Flag is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles Carleton Coffin. The book chronicles Coffin's travels as a war correspondent during the American Civil War. Through his experiences, Coffin provides a firsthand account of the major battles and events of the war, including the First Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Gettysburg, and the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Court House. Coffin also offers insights into the lives of soldiers on both sides of the conflict, as well as the ...
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Following the Flag is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles Carleton Coffin. The book chronicles Coffin's travels as a war correspondent during the American Civil War. Through his experiences, Coffin provides a firsthand account of the major battles and events of the war, including the First Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Gettysburg, and the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Court House. Coffin also offers insights into the lives of soldiers on both sides of the conflict, as well as the civilians affected by the war. He describes the harsh conditions faced by soldiers, including disease, hunger, and exposure, and the bravery and sacrifices they made. In addition to his reporting on the war, Coffin includes his personal reflections on the meaning and significance of the conflict. He discusses the causes of the war and the impact it had on the nation, and offers his thoughts on the future of the United States. Overall, Following the Flag provides a vivid and detailed account of the American Civil War from the perspective of a war correspondent who witnessed it firsthand. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the Civil War.1886. Contents: Army of the Potomac; Ball s Bluff; Battle of Dranesville and the Winter of 1862; The Siege of Yorktown; Battle of Williamsburg; On the Chickahominy; Fair Oaks; Seven Days of Fighting; Affairs in Front of Washington; Battle of Groveton; Invasion of Maryland; Battle of Antietam; After the Battle; And The March to Warrenton. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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