Journal of William H. Richardson, a private soldier in the campaign of New and…
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"Journal of William H. Richardson, a private soldier in the campaign of New and Old Mexico" is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work chronicles the experiences of William H. Richardson, a private soldier, as he documents his journey and service during a military campaign in Mexico. The journal provides a vivid glimpse into the trials and tribulations faced by soldiers, as well as their interactions with various individuals
and landscapes along the way. At the start of the journal, Richardson recounts his decision to join a company of mounted volunteers in Missouri. He reflects on his preparations and the camaraderie developed with fellow soldiers as they begin their journey towards Fort Leavenworth. The opening portion details their initial adventures, including managing their horses, logistical challenges, cooking, and the challenges of long marches. Richardson's observations reveal not only the hardships of military life but also the humor and spirit of the men as they navigate unfamiliar territories and the camaraderie that arises in shared adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Richardson, William H. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02015428 |
| Title | Journal of William H. Richardson, a private soldier in the campaign of New and Old Mexico, under the command of Colonel Doniphan of Missouri |
| Original Publication | United States: John W. Woods,1848. |
| Note | The author was a member of the Second Regiment, Missouri Mounted Volunteers. |
| Credits | David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Mexican War, 1846-1848 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | Soldiers -- United States -- Diaries |
| Subject | Doniphan's Expedition, 1846-1847 |
| Subject | Richardson, William H. -- Diaries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68587 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 283 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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