Between the Lines: Secret Service Stories Told Fifty Years After by Smith
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"Between the Lines: Secret Service Stories Told Fifty Years After" by Bvt. Major H. B. Smith is a historical account chronicling the author's firsthand experiences during the Civil War. Written in the early 20th century, this work offers readers a unique glimpse into the clandestine operations of the Union's Secret Service, with a particular focus on events that unfolded between 1861 and 1865. The book details Smith's role as Assistant Provost Marshal
and Chief of the Secret Service under Major General Lew Wallace, providing a mix of personal anecdotes and historical insights. The opening of "Between the Lines" sets the stage for Smith’s recollections, revealing his motivations for documenting these events after decades have passed. Through an apology and personal reflections, he highlights the importance of safeguarding historical documents and sharing his once-secret experiences with future generations, including his family. Early accounts detail his enlistment in the army, experiences at various forts, and the intricate network of espionage and intelligence that characterized the Union's efforts during the Civil War. Smith's narrative promises both reflective storytelling and a rich tapestry of historical events, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in the intricacies of wartime espionage and the personal histories that accompany major historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Henry Bascom, -1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | Between the Lines: Secret Service Stories Told Fifty Years After |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Barbara Kosker, Irma Špehar, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 |
| Subject | United States. Secret Service |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24541 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 716 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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