02433cam a22003373u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000090011910000200012824500270014826400510017530000470022633600260027333700260029933800360032550000310036150801850039252011890057753400450176665300760181165300770188765300710196485600430203599900170207850410UtSlPG20260610134147.0mcr n260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  a02017804  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aE4561 aFord, Thomas J.10aWith the Rank and File 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2015  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2015-11-08  aProduced by John Campbell and the Online Distributed
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Internet Archive)  a"With the Rank and File" by Thomas J. Ford is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the personal experiences of Ford, who served as a non-commissioned officer in the Twenty-fourth Wisconsin Infantry during the American Civil War. Through a series of anecdotes and reflections, the author explores the hardships and camaraderie within the ranks of soldiers, providing insights into life on and off the battlefield.  The narrative is a collection of Ford's memories, encompassing various battles and moments of army life, including the challenges faced by soldiers such as scarcity of food, harsh weather conditions, and the emotional toll of war. It captures both grim realities and lighter incidents, reflecting the spirit of camaraderie among soldiers. Ford recounts specific events like the Battle of Chickamauga and the struggles during the Valley of Chattanooga, showcasing the resilience and bravery of his fellow troops. Interwoven with historical context, the book serves as both a tribute to the sacrifices of the common soldier and a personal reminder of the bonds forged in the crucible of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives  aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories  aUnited States. Army. Wisconsin Infantry Regiment, 24th (1862-1865)40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50410  c91248d91248