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100 1 _aHodge, George B.
_q(George Baird),
_d1828-1892
245 1 0 _aSketch of the First Kentucky Brigade
246 1 _aSketch of the 1st Kentucky Brigade
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-01-08
508 _aProduced by Sam W. 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.)
520 _a"Sketch of the First Kentucky Brigade" by George B. Hodge is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the experiences of the First Kentucky Brigade during the American Civil War, emphasizing their unique position as soldiers who fought for the Confederacy despite significant challenges and hardships. It provides insight into the motivations, struggles, and sacrifices of these soldiers against the backdrop of the broader conflict. In the narrative, Hodge recounts the formation of the brigade and its actions in key battles, highlighting notable figures such as General John C. Breckinridge and the daring exploits of soldiers like John Morgan. The book captures the mix of valor and despair faced by the brigade as they retreated across Kentucky and into Tennessee, documenting their grit during major engagements such as Fort Donelson and the Battle of Shiloh. The author conveys a deep sense of pride in the brigade's commitment to their cause, memorializing their sacrifices and the emotional toll of war, ultimately presenting a poignant tribute to those who fought for what they believed was right. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories
653 _aKentucky. Militia
653 _aConfederate States of America. Army. Kentucky Brigade, 1st
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34891
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