The Song Of The Rappahannock : Sketches Of The Civil War (1898)
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The Song of the Rappahannock: Sketches of the Civil War is a historical book written by Ira Seymour Dodd, first published in 1898. The book is a collection of sketches and stories that recount the author's experiences during the American Civil War. Dodd was a Union soldier who served in the 6th New York Cavalry, and his sketches provide a unique perspective on the war from a soldier's point of view. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific event or battle during the war. The title of the book refers to the Rappahannock River, which was a significant location during the Civil War. The river served as a barrier between the Union and Confederate armies, and several battles were fought along its banks. The Song of the Rappahannock is not a comprehensive history of the Civil War. Instead, it offers a series of personal anecdotes and observations that give readers a sense of what it was like to be a soldier during this tumultuous time in American history. Overall, The Song of the Rappahannock is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Civil War. It is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in this period of American history.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781167211720
- ISBN-10: 1167211723
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.56 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.79 pounds
- Page Count: 266
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