Ten years in the ranks, U.S. Army by Augustus Meyers

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Author Meyers, Augustus, 1841-
LoC No. 15002096
Title Ten years in the ranks, U.S. Army
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Summary "Ten Years in the Ranks, U.S. Army" by Augustus Meyers is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative chronicles the author's ten years of service in the United States Army during a formative period of American history, focusing on his experiences as a young soldier on the frontier and through the Civil War. It provides an insight into military life, detailing daily routines, training, and the camaraderie among soldiers, especially from the perspective of a young recruit. The opening of the book sets the stage for Meyers’ journey, beginning with his enlistment at just over twelve years old, supported by his widowed mother. He describes his arrival at Governor’s Island, detailing the stark contrast between his expectations and the reality of military life. Through vivid descriptions, he captures the life of a musician in the ranks, from learning to play the fife to his interactions with fellow soldiers. Meyers lays bare the challenges he faced, including the strict discipline, the rudimentary living conditions, and the friendships formed among young recruits, all while hinting at the broader socio-political landscape of the era that would eventually lead him into the Civil War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Subject United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
Subject United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories
Subject United States. Army -- Military life
Subject Meyers, Augustus, 1841-
Subject United States. Army of the Potomac -- Biography
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EBook-No. 45949
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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