Under the Stars and Bars : Or, Memories of Four Years Service with the Oglethorpes, of Augusta, Georgia

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Clark, Walter A. (Walter Augustus)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Under the Stars and Bars" by Walter A. Clark is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the personal memories and experiences of the author during his four years of service with the Oglethorpe Infantry of Augusta, Georgia, in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. It aims to provide both a faithful portrait of soldier life and a countering perspective to the negative views held about the Old South's contributions during the war. The opening of the book sets the stage for Clark's reflections, beginning with a preface that acknowledges his comrades and describes his motivations for writing. He emphasizes the complex nature of war, highlighting its humor and camaraderie alongside its realities. Through his detailed accounts, the beginning introduces readers to the origins of the Oglethorpes, their eagerness to join the war effort, and the early experiences Clark faced as a new recruit. Key moments are shared, such as hearing the news of secession and embarking on the first march, illustrating a blend of youthful enthusiasm and the challenges of military life amidst the turmoil of the conflict. These themes create a rich canvas for understanding the historical context and personal narratives interwoven throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-10-08