Written by a member of the regiment, this book provides firsthand accounts of the experiences of the Fifty-Seventh Regiment Indiana Volunteers during the American Civil War. From battles to daily life in camp, the author shares stories of bravery and camaraderie. History buffs and Civil War enthusiasts alike will be fascinated by this personal perspective on one of the most significant events in American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.