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100 1 _aClark, Walter A.
_q(Walter Augustus),
_d1842-1914
245 1 0 _aUnder the Stars and Bars
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-10-08
508 _aProduced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Under the Stars and Bars" by Walter A. Clark is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the personal memories and experiences of the author during his four years of service with the Oglethorpe Infantry of Augusta, Georgia, in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. It aims to provide both a faithful portrait of soldier life and a countering perspective to the negative views held about the Old South's contributions during the war. The opening of the book sets the stage for Clark's reflections, beginning with a preface that acknowledges his comrades and describes his motivations for writing. He emphasizes the complex nature of war, highlighting its humor and camaraderie alongside its realities. Through his detailed accounts, the beginning introduces readers to the origins of the Oglethorpes, their eagerness to join the war effort, and the early experiences Clark faced as a new recruit. Key moments are shared, such as hearing the news of secession and embarking on the first march, illustrating a blend of youthful enthusiasm and the challenges of military life amidst the turmoil of the conflict. These themes create a rich canvas for understanding the historical context and personal narratives interwoven throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives, Confederate
653 _aClark, Walter A. (Walter Augustus)
653 _aConfederate States of America. Army. Georgia Infantry Regiment, 1st (1861-1862). Oglethorpe Infantry Company -- Biography
653 _aAtlanta Campaign, 1864 -- Personal narratives
653 _aSoldiers -- Georgia -- Biography
653 _aGeorgia -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40973
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