Charles H. Olmstead

Charles H. Olmstead was a notable figure in the American Civil War, serving with the First Volunteer Regiment of Georgia. His experiences during this tumultuous period are captured in his work, "Reminiscences of Service with the First Volunteer Regiment of Georgia, Charleston Harbor, in 1863," which he presented as an address to the Georgia Historical Society in 1879. This address provides valuable insights into the military and social dynamics of the time, reflecting Olmstead's dedication to preserving the history of his regiment and the broader context of the Civil War.