Co. Aytch: Maury Grays First Tennessee Regiment (eBook)

Civil War Memories Series
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2023
202 Seiten
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859-654771555-9 (EAN)

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In Samuel R. Watkins' book 'Co. Aytch: Maury Grays First Tennessee Regiment', the reader is transported to the frontlines of the American Civil War through the eyes of a Confederate soldier. Written in a colloquial, conversational style, the book offers a first-hand account of the war, detailing the hardships, camaraderie, and humor experienced by the soldiers of the Maury Grays. Watkins' vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes provide a unique perspective on the Civil War, making the reader feel as though they are right there with the soldiers. The book is a valuable primary source for historians and a captivating read for those interested in the Civil War. Samuel R. Watkins, a Confederate soldier who served in the First Tennessee Regiment, drew on his own experiences to write this memoir. His intimate knowledge of the events and individuals involved adds depth and authenticity to the narrative, making it a compelling and insightful read. I highly recommend 'Co. Aytch' to anyone interested in the Civil War or military history, as it offers a rare glimpse into the life of a Confederate soldier during this tumultuous period in American history.

Samuel Rush Watkins, born on June 26, 1839, in Maury County, Tennessee, was a noted American writer and humorist, renowned primarily for his evocative memoir 'Co. Aytch: Maury Grays First Tennessee Regiment,' a classic of Civil War literature. Watkins enlisted as a private in the Confederate Army at the outbreak of the American Civil War and served throughout the conflict, witnessing some of the war's most significant battles, including Shiloh, Corinth, and Franklin. His experiences formed the basis of his memoir, first published in 1882, which is distinguished by its firsthand insight, poignant reflection on the realities of war, and the day-to-day life of a soldier, conveyed with a compelling mix of candor and wit. Watkins's literary style is characterized by a blend of the colloquial voice with a forthright narrative approach, making his work accessible and engaging to scholars and general readers alike. Beyond its literary merit, 'Co. Aytch' is valued for its contribution to historical documentation of the war from the perspective of a Confederate foot soldier. Samuel R. Watkins passed away on July 20, 1901, but his legacy endures through his written work, which continues to offer a singular window into the soldierly experience of the American Civil War. His poignant observations and storytelling craft have secured his place in the pantheon of American military writers.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 8.11.2023
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Sachbuch/Ratgeber Geschichte / Politik 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
Geschichte Allgemeine Geschichte Neuzeit (bis 1918)
Schlagworte 19th Century American History • American Civil War • American Civil War Soldiers • American Revolution • Army of Tennessee • battlefield accounts • Bill O'Reilly • Civil War • Civil War Memoirs • Co. Aytch autobiography • Confederate Army narratives • confederate soldier • Dixie • First Tennessee Regiment history • historical nonfiction • Ken Follett • Lincoln • military experience • Military history 1860s • Muller’s Report • Personal narrative • Primary source Civil War • ron chernow • Samuel R. Watkins books • Slavery • Soldier's perspective • southern history • Southern regiment diaries • Trump • war memoir
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