To Mexico With Scott: Letters Of Captain E. Kirby Smith To His Wife (1917)

By E. Kirby Smith, Robert Matteson Johnston, Emma Jerome Blackwood

Book Overview

To Mexico With Scott: Letters Of Captain E. Kirby Smith To His Wife (1917) is a collection of personal letters written by Captain E. Kirby Smith during his time as a soldier in the Mexican-American War. The letters were addressed to his wife and provide a unique perspective on the war and the life of a soldier during this time period. The book was edited and compiled by Emma Jerome Blackwood and includes a preface and introduction that provide historical context for the letters. The letters cover a variety of topics, including battles, daily life in the army, and personal reflections on the war. The book offers readers an intimate look at the experiences of a soldier during this important 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: 1163940631
• ISBN13: 9781163940631
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"