02553cam a22003133u 4500 34843 UtSlPG 20260610133809.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 Coffin, Charles Carleton, 1823-1896 The Boys of '61 : or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-01-03 Produced by D Alexander, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Boys of '61" by Charles Carleton Coffin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book documents the author's personal observations and experiences during the American Civil War, ranging from the first Battle of Bull Run to the fall of Richmond. Through a series of narratives, Coffin aims to paint a vivid picture of the war's events, heroes, and the profound struggles of the era, focusing particularly on community interactions, sentiments toward the Union, and the impact of slavery on various figures involved. The opening of the book establishes a backdrop of a nation grappling with the aftermath of the Civil War. Coffin reflects on the immense toll the conflict took on the country and his role as an army correspondent, vividly recounting key battles and moments that shaped the conflict. He shares experiences from both Union and Confederate perspectives, revealing the complexities of soldier life, public sentiment, and the societal divisions exacerbated by the war. As he recounts visits to various encampments and interactions with soldiers and civilians alike, we glimpse the nuanced dynamics present in the early days of the Civil War, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34843 75689 75689