Publisher's Synopsis
""1861 Versus 1862: Company Aytch, Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment Or A Side Show Of The Big Show"" is a memoir written by Samuel R. Watkins, a private in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. The book was first published in 1882 and details Watkins' experiences as a soldier in the Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the year 1861 and the second part on 1862. Watkins describes the battles he fought in, including the Battle of Shiloh and the Siege of Corinth, as well as the day-to-day life of a soldier during the war. He also provides insight into the morale and mindset of the Confederate soldiers during this time. Watkins' writing style is informal and conversational, making the book an easy read despite the heavy subject matter. The book is considered an important primary source for historians studying the Civil War, as it provides a firsthand account of the experiences of a Confederate soldier. Overall, ""1861 Versus 1862: Company Aytch, Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment Or A Side Show Of The Big Show"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the realities of war and the experiences of those who fought in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original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.
