Twelve Years Of A Soldier's Life: From The Letters Of Major W. T. Johnson (1897)

By William Thomas Johnson

Book Overview

""Twelve Years Of A Soldier�������s Life: From The Letters Of Major W. T. Johnson"" is a book written by William Thomas Johnson and published in 1897. The book is a collection of letters written by Major Johnson during his time serving as a soldier in the United States Army. The letters cover a period of twelve years, from 1854 to 1866, and provide a detailed account of his experiences and observations during his service. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Johnson's life as a soldier. The first chapter covers his enlistment and training, while subsequent chapters cover his experiences during the Mexican-American War, his time stationed in various parts of the United States, and his service during the Civil War. Throughout the book, Johnson provides a firsthand account of the daily life of a soldier during this period, including the hardships of long marches, battles, and the camaraderie of military life. He also offers insights into the political and social context of the time, including discussions of slavery and the causes of the Civil War. ""Twelve Years Of A Soldier�������s Life"" offers a unique perspective on the life of a soldier during a critical period in American history. The book is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of soldiers during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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: 1120047455
• ISBN13: 9781120047458
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"