Publisher's Synopsis
""The Diary of a Chaplain in Andrew Jackson's Army"" is a historical account of the experiences of the Reverend Learner Blackman, a chaplain in the United States Army during the War of 1812. The diary covers the period from December 28, 1812, to April 4, 1813, and provides a firsthand account of Blackman's travels and experiences as he accompanies General Andrew Jackson and his troops on their campaign against the Creek Indians in the southern United States.Throughout the diary, Blackman describes the challenges and hardships of life on the front lines of the war, including the physical and emotional toll of battle, the difficulty of maintaining morale in the face of adversity, and the struggles of providing spiritual guidance to soldiers in wartime. He also provides insight into the social and political climate of the era, including the tensions between the United States and Great Britain, the role of slavery in American society, and the impact of the war on the lives of ordinary citizens.Overall, ""The Diary of a Chaplain in Andrew Jackson's Army"" offers a unique perspective on the War of 1812 and the experiences of those who fought in it, as well as a glimpse into the life of a chaplain during a time of great national upheaval.From The Tennessee Historical Quarterly, V12, No. 3, September, 1953.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.
