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Company K, First Alabama Regiment; or, Three Years in the Confederate Service

By Daniel P. Smith
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A company history recounts the organization, recruitment, and service of one Alabama infantry company within a larger regiment, describing elections of officers, mustering, garrison and field duty at coastal and river fortifications, participation in sieges and bombardments, re-enlistment and reorganization, marches and camp routine, and the daily hardships of soldiers. It blends operational chronology with personal anecdotes about drilling, entrenching, food and logistics, includes rolls and officer lists, and follows the company through its campaigns until the final surrender of the army it served with.

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Daniel P. Smith

Daniel P. Smith was an American author known for his work on military history, particularly his firsthand account of the Civil War. His notable book, "Company K, First Alabama Regiment; or, Three Years in the Confederate Service," provides a detailed narrative of his experiences as a soldier in the Confederate Army. Through his writing, Smith offers insights into the life of soldiers during the war, capturing the challenges and camaraderie faced by those in the ranks. His contributions to literature serve as a valuable resource for understanding this tumultuous period in American history.

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