Historical Sketch Of The Old Sixth Regiment Of Massachusetts Volunteers During Its Three Campaigns, 1861-1864

The book titled ""Historical Sketch Of The Old Sixth Regiment Of Massachusetts Volunteers During Its Three Campaigns, 1861-1864"" is a comprehensive account of the experiences of the Sixth Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteers during the American Civil War. Written by John W. Hanson, the book provides a detailed historical overview of the regiment's three campaigns, covering the years 1861 to 1864.The book begins by introducing the reader to the Sixth Regiment and its formation, including the recruitment process and the early days of training. It then goes on to describe the regiment's first campaign, which took place in Virginia in 1861. The book provides a vivid account of the battles and skirmishes that the regiment was involved in, as well as the challenges they faced on the march and in camp.The second campaign covered in the book is the Peninsula Campaign of 1862, which saw the Sixth Regiment fighting in battles such as Yorktown, Williamsburg, and Seven Pines. The book provides a detailed account of the regiment's experiences during this campaign, including the challenges they faced in terms of supplies, medical care, and morale.The final campaign covered in the book is the Overland Campaign of 1864, which saw the Sixth Regiment engaged in battles such as the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, and Cold Harbor. The book provides a detailed account of the regiment's experiences during this campaign, including the challenges they faced in terms of terrain, weather, and enemy fire.Throughout the book, Hanson provides a wealth of detail about the experiences of the Sixth Regiment, including the daily life of the soldiers, the impact of the war on civilians, and the political and social context of the conflict. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War, and provides a unique perspective on the experiences of one of the Union's most famous regiments.Containing The History Of Several Companies Previous To 1861, And The Name And Military Record Of Each Man Connected With The Regiment During The War.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.