History of the Second Massachusetts Regiment of Infantry: A prisoner's diary
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"History of the Second Massachusetts Regiment of Infantry: A prisoner's diary" by Samuel M. Quincy is a historical account written in the early 1880s. The book details the personal experiences of Captain Quincy during the Civil War, focusing particularly on his time as a prisoner of war. This diary sheds light on the harrowing realities faced by soldiers during this tumultuous period, as well as the camaraderie and struggles within the ranks
of the Second Massachusetts Regiment. In the narrative, Quincy recounts his journey from being wounded at the Battle of Cedar Mountain to his eventual captivity amidst the chaos of war. He provides vivid descriptions of battles, the agony of injury, and the challenges of survival in hostile conditions. Quincy's reflections on his fellow soldiers portray a spectrum of bravery and suffering, underscoring the war's brutality. The diary not only serves as a personal chronicle but also represents the collective memories of the regiment, emphasizing themes of honor, friendship, and resilience throughout the Civil War. Ultimately, it culminates in Quincy's return to freedom, capturing both the physical and emotional toll of his experiences as a soldier. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Quincy, Samuel M. (Samuel Miller), 1833-1887 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 11027019 |
| Title |
History of the Second Massachusetts Regiment of Infantry: A prisoner's diary A paper read at the officers' reunion in Boston, May 11, 1877 |
| Alternate Title |
History of the 2nd Massachusetts Regiment of Infantry: A prisoner's diary A paper read at the officers' reunion in Boston, May 11, 1877 |
| Credits |
Produced by Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.6 (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 -- Prisoners and prisons |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | United States. Army. Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, 2nd (1861-1864) |
| Subject | Quincy, Samuel Miller, 1833-1887 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34895 |
| Release Date | Jan 9, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 318 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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