TY  - BOOK
AU  - Kidd,James Harvey
TI  - Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman: With Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade in the Civil War
AV  - E456 
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
KW  - United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories
KW  - Kidd, James Harvey, 1840-1913
KW  - United States. Army. Michigan Cavalry Brigade (1862-1865)
KW  - Soldiers -- Michigan -- Biography
KW  - Michigan -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories
KW  - Michigan -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
N1  - Release date is 2009-08-04; Produced by Suzanne Shell, Graeme Mackreth and the Online
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N2  - "Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman" by James Harvey Kidd is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the author's experiences as a soldier in Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade during the American Civil War, detailing the personal recollections of a trooper who witnessed significant events of the conflict. Through Kidd's perspective, readers gain insight into the bravery, struggles, and camaraderie of the soldiers who served in this pivotal period of American history.  The opening portion of the memoir introduces the backdrop of the Civil War, describing its inevitability and the emotions surrounding its onset. Kidd reflects on the climate of the time, emphasizing the mixture of hope and despair among citizens regarding the conflict. His narrative evolves to share the evolution of the Michigan Cavalry, highlighting the dedication and spirit of the men who enlisted. The chapters outline recruiting efforts, military organization, and the early experiences of soldiers preparing for battle, painting a vivid picture of the challenges and motivations that fueled the commitment of these young men. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29608
ER  -