The Story of a Cannoneer Under Stonewall Jackson / In Which is Told the Part Taken by the Rockbridge Artillery in the Army of Northern Virginia

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22067

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The Story of a Cannoneer Under Stonewall Jackson / In Which is Told the Part Taken by the Rockbridge Artillery in the Army of Northern Virginia

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en

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A firsthand account by Rockbridge Artillery cannoneer Edward A. Moore, this memoir chronicles the grueling campaigns of the Army of Northern Virginia under Stonewall Jackson. Blending personal sacrifice with vivid battlefield detail, the text offers an unvarnished look at Confederate life, from the Valley Campaign to Appomattox, appealing to readers seeking authentic soldier perspectives.

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Written by Edward A. Moore, a private in the Rockbridge Artillery, this memoir chronicles the unit's harrowing service from 1861 to 1865 within the Army of Northern Virginia. Introduced by Robert E. Lee, Jr., and Henry St. George Tucker, the narrative offers an unvarnished account of the private soldier's experience, emphasizing duty, camaraderie, and the tragic cost of war without political theorizing. The story begins with early tensions at Washington College, where secessionist sentiments clashed with Union loyalty, leading Moore to enlist. His first major engagement was the Battle of Kernstown, followed by the grueling artillery duels at Fredericksburg. During the second battle, Moore was severely wounded, an injury that left him lame for life. The text follows the battery through Stonewall Jackson's legendary Valley Campaign, the Second Battle of Manassas, the Maryland Campaign, and the Wilderness. Moore vividly describes the harsh realities of the conflict, including the loss of over a hundred horses, the death of General Winder, and the intense pressure of continuous combat. The narrative captures the unit's reorganization under Jackson, their narrow escapes, and the eventual retreat to Appomattox. The book serves as a primary source for the experiences of the Confederate infantryman and artilleryman, preserving the memory of a company celebrated for its efficiency and bravery. It stands as a faithful record of the Rockbridge Artillery's part in the great struggle, detailing the march from Manassas to Appomattox and the personal sacrifices made by the men who served under one of history's greatest generals.

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