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Book Synopsis: CIVIL WAR SOLDIERS OF BRANFORD AND NORTH BRANFORD ARE BROUGHT TO LIFE THROUGH PERSONAL ACCOUNTS, LETTERS, ILLUSTRATIONS, AND PHOTOGRAPHS. In this book, Branford, Connecticut's Town Historian Jane Bouley has compiled the military service records and biographical histories of nearly 450 soldiers, using pension records, original letters, diaries, regimental histories, cemetery records, family genealogies, newspapers, and other resources. This is the first comprehensive history of Civil War soldiers from Branford, North Branford, and the village of Northford.
Inside, you will learn about Branford during the war, enlistments, bounties, prisons, and hospitals, as well as how to find Civil War pension records yourself; read a detailed chronology of the Twenty-seventh, Fifteenth, and Tenth Connecticut Volunteer Regiments, with summaries of most other Connecticut regiments; meet the soldiers themselves through military and biographical data including pensions and other original documents that detail military service, physical description, residence, occupation, family information, and first-person accounts during and after the war; discover more than 400 photographs and illustrations of the soldiers, gravestones, battles, military scenes, maps, and monuments; and explore the extensive Appendix which includes a Civil War timeline, list of soldiers by Regiment, glossary, draft list, bibliography, and a name and place Index.
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Discover the untold stories of the brave Civil War soldiers from Branford and North Branford with "The Civil War Soldiers of Branford, Connecticut" book. Written by renowned historian Jane Bouley, this comprehensive history brings these soldiers to life through personal accounts, letters, illustrations, and photographs. Dive into their military service records and biographical histories, meticulously researched using a wide range of resources such as pension records, diaries, cemetery records, and more.
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Branford during the war, as you explore topics like enlistments, bounties, prisons, and hospitals. Gain insights into the daily lives and struggles of the soldiers, and learn how to uncover their fascinating stories by finding Civil War pension records on your own. The book also provides a detailed chronology of notable Connecticut regiments and introduces you to the soldiers themselves through military and biographical data.
With over 400 captivating photographs and illustrations, you'll be transported back in time to witness the soldiers, battles, and military scenes that shaped their experiences. The book's extensive Appendix includes a Civil War timeline, soldier lists by Regiment, a glossary, draft list, bibliography, and a name and place Index to enhance your research.
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into a forgotten chapter of American history. Order your copy of "The Civil War Soldiers of Branford, Connecticut" today and embark on a captivating journey. Uncover the bravery, sacrifice, and resilience of these unsung heroes who fought for our freedom.
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