02721cam a22003613u 4500 25603 UtSlPG 20260610133604.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 McCarthy, Carlton, 1847- Detailed Minutiae of Soldier life in the Army of Northern Virginia, 1861-1865 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-05-26 Produced by Suzanne Shell,Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Detailed Minutiae of Soldier Life in the Army of Northern Virginia, 1861-1865" by Carlton McCarthy is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides an in-depth look into the everyday experiences, challenges, and thoughts of the Confederate soldiers who fought in the American Civil War, particularly focusing on the Army of Northern Virginia. McCarthy aims to preserve the lesser-known yet vital aspects of a soldier's life, highlighting their personal sacrifices and the camaraderie formed amidst hardships. The opening of the book introduces the author's perspective on the unique valiance of the Confederate soldier, emphasizing their resilience against overwhelming odds, adversity, and a lack of resources. McCarthy reflects on the motivations that drove these men to enlist and how their individual experiences shaped the broader narrative of the war. He also provides insights into the realities of military life, including the heartfelt letters exchanged with loved ones and the everyday struggles for sustenance and comfort that soldiers faced in the field. Through anecdotes and thoughtful analysis, the author sets the stage for a detailed examination of soldier life during a tumultuous period in American history. (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 McCarthy, Carlton, 1847- Confederate States of America. Army of Northern Virginia -- Military life Confederate States of America. Army of Northern Virginia -- Biography Sheppard, William Ludwell, 1833-1912 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25603 66604 66604