Military History Of Pike County, Missouri (1915)

By Clayton Keith

Book Overview

The Military History of Pike County, Missouri is a historical account of the military involvement of Pike County and its residents during the American Civil War. Written by Clayton Keith and originally published in 1915, the book provides a detailed chronicle of the various battles and skirmishes that took place in the region, as well as the contributions made by local soldiers and civilians to the Union cause.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of Pike County's military history. These include the early recruitment efforts, the formation of local companies and regiments, and the participation of Pike County soldiers in major battles such as Shiloh, Vicksburg, and Atlanta. The book also covers the experiences of prisoners of war, the effects of the war on Pike County's economy and social structure, and the aftermath of the conflict.Throughout the book, Keith draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official records, to provide a vivid and engaging account of Pike County's military history. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as biographical sketches of notable Pike County soldiers and civilians.Overall, The Military History of Pike County, Missouri is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War, Missouri history, or local history in general. Its detailed and well-researched account of Pike County's military contributions adds an important perspective to our understanding of this pivotal period in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120327504
• ISBN13: 9781120327505
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"