The Utah Batteries: A History (1900)

By Charles Rendell Mabey

Book Overview

The Utah Batteries: A History is a historical book written by Charles Rendell Mabey and first published in 1900. The book provides an in-depth account of the Utah Batteries, a group of artillery units from Utah that fought in the Spanish-American War of 1898. The book begins with a brief introduction to the political and social climate of Utah during the late 19th century, including the state's relationship with the federal government and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Mabey then delves into the formation and training of the Utah Batteries, including the recruitment process and the challenges the soldiers faced in preparing for war.The majority of the book is dedicated to the Utah Batteries' involvement in the Spanish-American War, including their deployment to the Philippines and their participation in several key battles. Mabey provides detailed descriptions of the soldiers' experiences on the front lines, including their struggles with disease, harsh weather conditions, and enemy fire.Throughout the book, Mabey also highlights the bravery and heroism of individual soldiers, including Medal of Honor recipient George W. Gowen. He also provides insight into the political and social implications of the Utah Batteries' involvement in the war, including the impact on Utah's relationship with the federal government and the role of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the conflict.Overall, The Utah Batteries: A History is a comprehensive and engaging account of the Utah Batteries' contribution to the Spanish-American War, offering a unique perspective on this pivotal moment 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: 1167042603
• ISBN13: 9781167042607
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"