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LoC No.: 02017908

Title: The Empty Sleeve
or, The Life and Hardships of Henry H. Meacham, in the Union Army

Note: Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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

Summary: "The Empty Sleeve" by Henry H. Meacham is a personal account of the author's experiences as a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Written in the mid-19th century, this book is an autobiographical narrative that details the struggles, injuries, and hardships faced by Meacham as he served his country, ultimately losing his right arm in battle. The narrative provides a heartfelt glimpse into the trials of a soldier’s life amid the chaos of war and seeks to shed light on the human cost of conflict. In this poignant memoir, Henry H. Meacham recounts his journey from enlistment to injury, emphasizing both the camaraderie and suffering experienced along the way. The story begins with his determination to serve despite being initially rejected and follows his path through significant battles and grueling conditions as a member of the Thirty-Second Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers. Meacham vividly describes his participation in key conflicts such as the Battle of the Wilderness, the loss of his arm, and the subsequent medical challenges he faced. Ultimately, he reflects on the broader implications of war, the sacrifices made for liberty, and the support needed for those who return home forever changed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Meacham, Henry H., 1834-1879

EBook No.: 35578

Published: Mar 15, 2011

Downloads: 59

Language: English

Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 02017908

Title: The Empty Sleeve
or, The Life and Hardships of Henry H. Meacham, in the Union Army

Note: Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Emmy 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: "The Empty Sleeve" by Henry H. Meacham is a personal account of the author's experiences as a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Written in the mid-19th century, this book is an autobiographical narrative that details the struggles, injuries, and hardships faced by Meacham as he served his country, ultimately losing his right arm in battle. The narrative provides a heartfelt glimpse into the trials of a soldier’s life amid the chaos of war and seeks to shed light on the human cost of conflict. In this poignant memoir, Henry H. Meacham recounts his journey from enlistment to injury, emphasizing both the camaraderie and suffering experienced along the way. The story begins with his determination to serve despite being initially rejected and follows his path through significant battles and grueling conditions as a member of the Thirty-Second Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers. Meacham vividly describes his participation in key conflicts such as the Battle of the Wilderness, the loss of his arm, and the subsequent medical challenges he faced. Ultimately, he reflects on the broader implications of war, the sacrifices made for liberty, and the support needed for those who return home forever changed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Meacham, Henry H., 1834-1879

EBook No.: 35578

Published: Mar 15, 2011

Downloads: 59

Language: English

Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.