In Thomas Coleman Younger's 'Three Years in the Federal Cavalry (Civil War Memoir)', readers are treated to a firsthand account of the intense and brutal experience of serving in the Union cavalry during the American Civil War. Younger's writing style is raw and unfiltered, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the horrors of war and the camaraderie that develops among soldiers in the face of danger. The memoir is a valuable contribution to the genre of Civil War literature, offering a unique perspective from a soldier who experienced the conflict from the saddle of his horse. Thomas Coleman Younger, a former Union cavalryman himself, draws on his own experiences to craft this memoir. As a witness to some of the most significant battles of the war, Younger provides valuable insight into the day-to-day life of a soldier in the cavalry and the impact of war on the individual. His firsthand account is both informative and emotional, giving readers a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made by those who served. I highly recommend 'Three Years in the Federal Cavalry (Civil War Memoir)' to anyone interested in Civil War history or military memoirs. Younger's detailed narrative brings the era to life and sheds light on the experiences of those who fought in one of the most tumultuous times in American history.
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This eBook edition has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices.Excerpt:"I have for a long time intended the publication of this book, for I thought that such a work would not only be found interesting to the public, but would do justice to the brave men with whom it was my fortune to be associated during the dark hours of the rebellion. My descriptions of battles and skirmishes, in some cases, may seem too brief and unsatisfactory; to which I can only say that scores of engagements, which to the participants appear to be of vast importance, have very little general interest. On the other hand, however, it is to be regretted that where our gallant horsemen have done the most brilliant things, it has been impossible for me, in many instances, to secure reliable and detailed accounts with which to do them full justice."