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Recollections of the Civil War

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Recollections of the Civil War records the events that took place during the American Civil war. It forms one of the most remarkable volumes of historical, political, and personal reminiscences which have been given to the public. Mr. Dana wrote these Recollections of the civil war according to a purpose which he had entertained for several years. They were completed only a few months before his death on October 17, 1897. Go to the e-book on this book's catalog page for some great illustrations and an index. (Summary by Preface and WoollyBee) (8 hr 12 min)

Chapters

Preface

3:21

Read by Jennifer Dorr

From the Tribune to the War Department

28:58

Read by Larry Wilson

At the front with Grant's army

27:18

Read by Denise Nordell

Before and Around Vicksburg

19:59

Read by Savannah

In camp and battle with Grant and his generals

21:16

Read by Ernst Schnell

Some contemporary portraits

39:34

Read by jabc1950

The siege of Vicksburg

24:47

Read by Ravi Shankar

Pemberton's surrender

20:41

Read by KHand

With the Army of the Cumberland

27:58

Read by Lynne T

The removal of Rosecrans

21:55

Read by asterix

Chattanooga and Missionary Ridge

34:36

Read by sbnelson

The War Department in war times

23:13

Read by asterix

Abraham Lincoln and his cabinet

33:41

Read by Paul Simonin

The Army of the Potomac in '64

26:30

Read by asterix

The great game between Grant and Lee

19:00

Read by Denise Nordell

The march on Petersburg

16:24

Read by Denise Nordell

Early's raid and the Washington panic

18:00

Read by Zachary Brewster-Geisz

The secret service of the war

20:24

Read by Greg Giordano

A visit to Sheridan in the valley

22:12

Read by Denise Nordell

'On to Richmond' at last!

16:30

Read by Greg Giordano

The Closing Scenes at Washington

26:04

Read by Denise Nordell

Bewertungen

a delight read for any civil war buff

(5 Sterne)

It has lots of interesting details and was written clearly and vividly. you will need substantial background to understand the content. but it is definitely a nice read of you do.

Good account

(5 Sterne)

factual detailed record. enlightening description of personalities of CW Officers. unbiased view of cause and effect. Excellent readers

From the view of the New York journalists

(5 Sterne)

Account of. the siege of Vicksburg

great book

(5 Sterne)

well read by various folk... Please give it a listen

very interesting part of history

(5 Sterne)

This well read book has quite a bit of first hand historical information about the civil war period from a non-standard unique perspective. i really enjoyed it.

Deep Divo

(5 Sterne)

Excellent text, however, does require a good knowledge of the Civil War and the top players on both sides.

Fascinating insights

(4 Sterne)

very good narration providing an interesting perspective

(5 Sterne)

Amazing Book. I enjoyed it greatly. Thank you!