The Falling Flag: Evacuation of Richmond, Retreat and Surrender at Appomattox
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"The Falling Flag: Evacuation of Richmond, Retreat and Surrender at Appomattox" by Edward M. Boykin is a historical account written in the late 19th century that captures the poignant memories of the final days of the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. Boykin, a lieutenant colonel of the 7th South Carolina Cavalry, provides a firsthand narrative of the Confederate evacuation of Richmond and the subsequent retreat culminating in the surrender at
Appomattox. The book offers insights into the emotional and chaotic experiences of soldiers during a critical period of American history. In this detailed recollection, Boykin charts the movements and struggles of his cavalry brigade as they retreat from Richmond in the face of overwhelming Union forces. The narrative encapsulates the desperation and disillusionment of the Confederate troops as they witness the fall of their beloved capital and the disintegration of their army amid chaos and pillaging. Boykin vividly describes encounters with civilians, the hardships of retreat, strategies employed to evade the enemy, and the ultimate surrender at Appomattox. Through his eyes, readers can grasp the gravity of the moment as the Confederacy crumbled, providing a reflective perspective on loyalty, loss, and the bitter reality of their cause. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Boykin, Edward M., 1820-1891 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02011391 |
| Title | The Falling Flag: Evacuation of Richmond, Retreat and Surrender at Appomattox |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeannie Howse and Friend, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Richmond (Va.) -- History -- Siege, 1864-1865 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32611 |
| Release Date | May 30, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 333 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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