Bugle Blasts by William E. Crane
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| Author | Crane, William E. (William Edmund) |
|---|---|
| Title |
Bugle Blasts Read before the Ohio Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephanie Eason and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "Bugle Blasts" by William E. Crane is a historical account written in the late 19th century, specifically addressing experiences during the American Civil War. The book outlines incidents and anecdotes from Crane's time serving as a captain in the Fourth Ohio Cavalry, providing insights into the challenges faced by cavalry units and the overall fervor of the conflict. The title alludes to the calls of duty and the thrill of battle, which resonate throughout the storytelling. The narrative recounts gripping episodes from the Civil War, emphasizing a series of cavalry pursuits and battles involving John Morgan and his raiders. Crane vividly describes a specific event where his regiment pursued Morgan's forces after they attacked a wagon train, showcasing the intensity of the chase through difficult terrain and the eventual engagement with the enemy. Additionally, the book details other significant skirmishes, such as the capture of Huntsville, Alabama, illustrating the excitement and chaos of military life. Through these stories, Crane aims to capture not only the action of war but also the camaraderie and resilience of soldiers engaged in their patriotic duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories |
| Subject | Crane, William E. (William Edmund) |
| Subject | United States. Army. Ohio Cavalry Regiment, 4th (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Ohio -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31049 |
| Release Date | Jan 23, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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