The Story of a Cannoneer Under Stonewall Jackson by Edward Alexander Moore
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| Author | Moore, Edward Alexander, 1842- |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Story of a Cannoneer Under Stonewall Jackson In Which is Told the Part Taken by the Rockbridge Artillery in the Army of Northern Virginia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell,Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Story of a Cannoneer Under Stonewall Jackson" by Edward Alexander Moore is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative captures the experiences of the author, who served as a cannoneer in the Rockbridge Artillery during the Civil War, detailing his involvement in significant battles and the daily life of soldiers in the Confederate Army. The book primarily focuses on the pivotal moments of the war from the perspective of a soldier, offering an intimate look into camaraderie, conflict, and the challenges faced on the battlefield. At the start of the story, Moore recalls his life as a young student at Washington College in Virginia before joining the Confederate Army. He vividly describes the atmosphere on campus as tensions rise before the Civil War, highlighting the divide in opinions about secession. The opening chapters depict Moore's journey into military service, his initial experiences in battle, and his encounters with renowned figures such as General "Stonewall" Jackson. Through engaging anecdotes and personal reflections, the beginning of the book establishes a foundation for understanding the emotions and hardships endured by soldiers during this tumultuous period. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives, Confederate |
| Subject | Moore, Edward Alexander, 1842- |
| Subject | Jackson, Stonewall, 1824-1863 |
| Subject | Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Artillery. Rockbridge Battery, 1st |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Virginia -- Biography |
| Subject | Virginia -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22067 |
| Release Date | Jul 13, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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