02449cam a22003133u 4500 35578 UtSlPG 20260610133819.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02017908 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 Meacham, Henry H., 1834-1879 The Empty Sleeve : or, The Life and Hardships of Henry H. Meacham, in the Union Army 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 2011-03-15 Produced by Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Empty Sleeve" by Henry H. Meacham is a personal account of the author's experiences as a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Written in the mid-19th century, this book is an autobiographical narrative that details the struggles, injuries, and hardships faced by Meacham as he served his country, ultimately losing his right arm in battle. The narrative provides a heartfelt glimpse into the trials of a soldier’s life amid the chaos of war and seeks to shed light on the human cost of conflict. In this poignant memoir, Henry H. Meacham recounts his journey from enlistment to injury, emphasizing both the camaraderie and suffering experienced along the way. The story begins with his determination to serve despite being initially rejected and follows his path through significant battles and grueling conditions as a member of the Thirty-Second Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers. Meacham vividly describes his participation in key conflicts such as the Battle of the Wilderness, the loss of his arm, and the subsequent medical challenges he faced. Ultimately, he reflects on the broader implications of war, the sacrifices made for liberty, and the support needed for those who return home forever changed. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35578 76421 76421