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Reminiscences of service with the Twelfth Rhode Island Volunteers, and a memorial of Col. George H. Browne

By Pardon Elisha Tillinghast
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The narrator recalls enlistment and service with a Rhode Island volunteer regiment during the War of the Rebellion, recounting recruitment fervor, camp organization, travel to Camp Chase and Fairfax Seminary, severe weather and muddy conditions, duties performed in the quartermaster's department, and the regiment's character and discipline; the memoir also includes a memorial to Colonel George H. Browne and reflections on comradeship, logistical challenges, and civilian sacrifices at home.

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Pardon Elisha Tillinghast

Pardon Elisha Tillinghast was a soldier and author known for his work detailing his experiences during the American Civil War. His notable book, "Reminiscences of service with the Twelfth Rhode Island Volunteers, and a memorial of Col. George H. Browne," provides a personal account of military life and the challenges faced by the Twelfth Rhode Island Volunteers. Tillinghast's writing offers insights into the camaraderie and struggles of soldiers during this tumultuous period in American history, contributing to the understanding of Civil War narratives.

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