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Our campaign around Gettysburg / Being a memorial of what was endured, suffered and accomplished by the Twenty-third regiment (N. Y. S. N. G.) and other regiments associated with them, in their Pennsylvania and Maryland campaign, during the second rebel invasion of the loyal states in June-July, 1863 cover

Our campaign around Gettysburg / Being a memorial of what was endured, suffered and accomplished by the Twenty-third regiment (N. Y. S. N. G.) and other regiments associated with them, in their Pennsylvania and Maryland campaign, during the second rebel invasion of the loyal states in June-July, 1863

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About This Book

A firsthand regimental memoir recounts the June–July 1863 Pennsylvania and Maryland campaign from the perspective of a New York militia regiment, describing marches, picket duty, bivouac hardships, and the militia's role in defending the Susquehanna Valley and Harrisburg. It chronicles skirmishes, the burning of a bridge, the presence and movements of opposing forces, and the militia's readiness to reinforce Gettysburg, while reflecting on morale, command decisions, and the uncertain impact of reinforcements on the larger battle. Interspersed are orders, official reports, and tributes to officers and comrades, combining tactical narration with personal remembrance and argument for the militia's contribution to the campaign.

About the Author

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John Lockwood

John Lockwood was a soldier and author known for his detailed account of the experiences of the Twenty-third Regiment of the New York State National Guard during the Civil War. His notable work, "Our Campaign Around Gettysburg," serves as a memorial to the sacrifices and achievements of his regiment and others involved in the Pennsylvania and Maryland campaign during the summer of 1863. Lockwood's writing provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by soldiers during this pivotal moment in American history, contributing to the understanding of military life and the broader context of the Civil War.

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