The Iowa First: Letters From The War (1861)

By Franc Bangs Wilkie

Book Overview

The Iowa First: Letters From The War (1861) is a collection of letters written by soldiers of the Iowa First regiment during the American Civil War. The letters were compiled and edited by Franc Bangs Wilkie, a historian and descendant of one of the soldiers. The book provides a firsthand account of the experiences of the soldiers as they fought in battles such as Wilson's Creek and Pea Ridge, and includes descriptions of the harsh conditions they faced in camp and on the march. The letters also offer insight into the soldiers' thoughts and feelings about the war, as well as their relationships with family and friends back home. The Iowa First: Letters From The War (1861) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War, particularly from the perspective 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: 1120891272
• ISBN13: 9781120891273
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"