Soldiers True: The Story Of The One Hundred And Eleventh Regiment Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers (1903)

By John Richards Boyle

Book Overview

Soldiers True: The Story Of The One Hundred And Eleventh Regiment Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers is a historical account of the Civil War regiment that fought for the Union. Written by John Richards Boyle, the book was first published in 1903 and provides a comprehensive overview of the regiment's formation, training, and battles.The One Hundred and Eleventh Regiment Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers was formed in 1861 and consisted of soldiers from various parts of Pennsylvania. The regiment saw action in several significant battles, including the Battle of Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg.Boyle's book draws on primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official records to provide a detailed account of the regiment's experiences. The author also includes biographical sketches of some of the regiment's most prominent members, including Colonel Thomas F. McCoy and Major William H. H. McCall.The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of the battles and the soldiers' experiences on the front lines. Boyle also provides insight into the social and political context of the war, including the abolitionist movement and the role of slavery in the conflict.Overall, Soldiers True is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the experiences of the soldiers who fought in it.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: 112075075X
• ISBN13: 9781120750754
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"