02772cam a22003733u 4500 13202 UtSlPG 20260610133319.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 Watkins, Samuel R. (Samuel Rush), 1839-1901 "Co. Aytch," Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment : Or, A Side Show of the Big Show Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-08-17 This eBook was produced by Ken Reeder "Co. Aytch," Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment by Samuel R. Watkins is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides a personal narrative of a soldier’s experiences during the American Civil War, particularly from the perspective of a private in the First Tennessee Regiment. The likely topic of the book revolves around the author's memories of battles, the camaraderie of soldiers, and the all-consuming trials of war. The opening of the memoir establishes the context of the author’s reflections on the Civil War, framing his experiences through a mixture of humor and somber nostalgia. Watkins recalls his enlistment, the fervor of the early war days, and the various battles in which he and his comrades participated. He intricately describes the camaraderie among the troops and their motivations, often highlighting the absurdities of military life. The reader is introduced to various characters and settings, setting the stage for a narrative filled with personal anecdotes, battlefield recollections, and philosophical musings on war and duty. The opening effectively captures the soldier's spirit, creating an engaging portrayal of the struggles faced during the Civil War while intertwining humor and pathos. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives, Confederate Watkins, Samuel R. (Samuel Rush) Confederate States of America. Army. Tennessee Infantry Regiment, 1st. Company H Soldiers -- Tennessee -- Biography Tennessee -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives Tennessee -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13202 54592 54592