"Compiled from letters and diaries, it follows the Seventh from Providence, Rhode Island, through Mississippi to the Overland Campaign, providing narrative in the words of those who were present. Appendices contain a list of casualties of the regiment, a Role of Honor, and division of enlistments by town. Period photographs, portraits, and sketches complete this tale of the Seventh Rhode Island"--Provided by publisher. Includes bibliographical references (p. 187-190) and index.
Contents:
The Seventh Rhode Island -- Forming -- Washington -- To the front -- Fredericksburg -- Falmouth -- River of death -- Kentucky -- Return to Virginia -- "If it takes all summer" -- Closing the gap -- Fort Hell -- The final charge -- Afterward -- Appendix I: Casualties of the Seventh Rhode Island -- Appendix II: Roll of Honor -- Appendix III: Enlistments by town.
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