Publisher's Synopsis
On Hazardous Service: Scouts and Spies of the North and South is a historical non-fiction book written by William Gilmore Beymer. The book is a detailed account of the role played by scouts and spies during the American Civil War. The author has extensively researched and compiled information about the men and women who served as scouts and spies for both the Union and Confederate armies. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of the work done by these scouts and spies. The author has included stories of famous scouts and spies such as Belle Boyd, John Mosby, and Allan Pinkerton. The book also includes lesser-known stories of individuals who played a crucial role in gathering intelligence and providing valuable information to their respective armies. The author has described the challenges faced by these scouts and spies, including the danger of being caught and executed as a spy. The book also covers the use of advanced technology, such as telegraph and hot air balloons, in gathering and transmitting intelligence. On Hazardous Service: Scouts and Spies of the North and South is a well-researched and informative book that sheds light on the crucial role played by scouts and spies during the American Civil War. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the role of intelligence gathering in warfare.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.
