Camp, March and Battlefield: Or Three Years and A Half with the Army of the Potomac (1865)

Camp, March And Battlefield: Or Three Years And A Half With The Army Of The Potomac is a historical memoir written by Alexander Morrison Stewart in 1865. The book is a detailed account of his experiences as a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Stewart served in the Army of the Potomac, one of the major Union armies, and participated in many of the major battles of the war, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Stewart's service, from his enlistment in 1861 to his discharge in 1865. Each chapter provides a vivid description of the daily life of a soldier, including the challenges of camp life, the hardships of long marches, and the horrors of battle. Stewart also provides insights into the strategies and tactics used by the Union Army, as well as the political and social context of the war.In addition to his own experiences, Stewart also includes anecdotes and stories from other soldiers, giving readers a broader perspective on the war. He also reflects on the moral and ethical implications of the conflict, particularly in relation to the issue of slavery.Overall, Camp, March And Battlefield: Or Three Years And A Half With The Army Of The Potomac is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of the American Civil War from the perspective of a Union soldier. The book is well-written and engaging, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of the United States.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.