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LoC No.: 06024872

Title: Sketch of the First Kentucky Brigade

Alternate Title: Sketch of the 1st Kentucky Brigade

Note: Reading ease score: 48.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading
Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from
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Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Sketch of the First Kentucky Brigade" by George B. Hodge is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the experiences of the First Kentucky Brigade during the American Civil War, emphasizing their unique position as soldiers who fought for the Confederacy despite significant challenges and hardships. It provides insight into the motivations, struggles, and sacrifices of these soldiers against the backdrop of the broader conflict. In the narrative, Hodge recounts the formation of the brigade and its actions in key battles, highlighting notable figures such as General John C. Breckinridge and the daring exploits of soldiers like John Morgan. The book captures the mix of valor and despair faced by the brigade as they retreated across Kentucky and into Tennessee, documenting their grit during major engagements such as Fort Donelson and the Battle of Shiloh. The author conveys a deep sense of pride in the brigade's commitment to their cause, memorializing their sacrifices and the emotional toll of war, ultimately presenting a poignant tribute to those who fought for what they believed was right. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hodge, George B. (George Baird), 1828-1892

EBook No.: 34891

Published: Jan 8, 2011

Downloads: 39

Language: English

Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories

Subject: Kentucky. Militia

Subject: Confederate States of America. Army. Kentucky Brigade, 1st

LoCC: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 06024872

Title: Sketch of the First Kentucky Brigade

Alternate Title: Sketch of the 1st Kentucky Brigade

Note: Reading ease score: 48.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading
Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Internet
Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Sketch of the First Kentucky Brigade" by George B. Hodge is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the experiences of the First Kentucky Brigade during the American Civil War, emphasizing their unique position as soldiers who fought for the Confederacy despite significant challenges and hardships. It provides insight into the motivations, struggles, and sacrifices of these soldiers against the backdrop of the broader conflict. In the narrative, Hodge recounts the formation of the brigade and its actions in key battles, highlighting notable figures such as General John C. Breckinridge and the daring exploits of soldiers like John Morgan. The book captures the mix of valor and despair faced by the brigade as they retreated across Kentucky and into Tennessee, documenting their grit during major engagements such as Fort Donelson and the Battle of Shiloh. The author conveys a deep sense of pride in the brigade's commitment to their cause, memorializing their sacrifices and the emotional toll of war, ultimately presenting a poignant tribute to those who fought for what they believed was right. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hodge, George B. (George Baird), 1828-1892

EBook No.: 34891

Published: Jan 8, 2011

Downloads: 39

Language: English

Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories

Subject: Kentucky. Militia

Subject: Confederate States of America. Army. Kentucky Brigade, 1st

LoCC: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.