Civil War Books

Books involving Minnesota and Wasioja

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		The Story of a Regiment Newell Chester (editor), William A. Frassanito (photographer) This A narrative of the Service of the Second Regiment. This book was first printed for and by the request of the surviving members of the 2nd MN Regiment. There are pages about Wasioja in this book.

		The Last Full Measure The life and death of the 1st Minnesota Volunteers. by Richard Moe Regimental history at its best."The story of the First is much more than a Minnesota story, but rather as a story of the Arm of the Potomac during the first three years of the war as seen by the men of one regiment, which happened to come from Minnesota", Richard Moe.

Picture not available		A Drummer-Boy's Diary William Birchner - Newell L. chester (editor) The book comprising four years of ser service with the Second Regiment, gives the reader first-hand experience of a youthful participant in the Civil War. The text is the contents of Bircher's diary kept through his term of service. Don't know if it is available. MAB

Other Recommended Books

		The Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era Written by James M. McPherson Part of the Oxford History of the United States series, this one volume (904 pages) comprehensive history of the Civil War was awarded the Pulitzer Prize.

		The American Heritage New History of the Civil War by Bruce Catton (Narrator) and James M. McPherson (Editor) The classic one volume book by Bruce Catton has been updated by James M. McPherson to include recent scholarship about the War Between the States.

		The Civil War in Depth (Volume II) Text by Bob Zeller As a long-time 3-D photography enthusiast, I always find it a pleasure to view examples of stereo photography from the past. This fine book with its included viewer is highly recommended.

		Don Troiani's Regiments and Uniforms of the Civil War by Don Troiani, Earl J. Coates, and Michael J. McAfee This very thorough book includes 130 paintings by the renowned Mr. Troiani as well as 250 full color photographs of the actual uniforms etc. of the American Civil War soldiers. Other Do Troiani books can be found here

F		Civil War Supply Catalogue For memorabilia collectors and military buffs, nostalgia fans and historians both amateur and professional, here is the ultimate reference guide to Civil War artifacts still available today--as well as such "contemporary" items as Abraham Lincoln impersonators and reenactment groups to add a note of authenticity to celebrations. 250 photos and drawings.

		Returning to the Civil War: Grand Reenactments of an Anguished Time by Al Thelin (Photographer), Kent Courtney From the battlefield to the encampment, from the field hospital to the ballroom, the photos & anecdotes in this book bring the experience of Civil War reenacting to life. In reenacting, every battle is played anew, with marches, campaigns, & the battle strategies suited to the specific occasion. Boys & men -- & even a few women -- dress in 1860s uniforms & either sign up as volunteers for the Union or Confederate armies or are drafted into service.

		No More Gallant A Deed Written by James Wright James A. Wright was an orderly sergeant in Company F of the First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Civil War. His memoir, based on his diaries and letters, is the fullest and most lively personal account of the battles, marches, and soldier life of one of the most renowned regiments in the Army of the Potomac.

Returning to the Civil War: Grand Reenactments of an Anguished Time
by Al Thelin (Photographer), Kent Courtney
A 96 page (8.5 by 11) book with many illustrations of the folks who live what they call "The Hobby".

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