This gripping account of the Illinois 47th regiment in the Civil War offers a rare glimpse into the experiences of ordinary soldiers in that conflict. With vivid descriptions of battles, camps, and daily life, as well as personal stories of the men who served in this unit, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the war and its impact on the people who fought it. 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.