Last Days Of The Rebellion by Alanson M. Randol
The Last Days of the Rebellion is a historical novel by Alanson M. Randol. It is set during the American Civil War and follows the story of a Union soldier, John B. Smith, who is sent to the South to help put down the Confederate rebellion. The novel follows Smith as he travels through the South, witnessing the horrors of war and the destruction of the Confederacy. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, from Union officers to Confederate soldiers, and learns about the different sides of the conflict. He also discovers the courage and determination of the people who fought for their beliefs, and the tragedy of the war. The novel is a powerful and moving story of courage, loyalty, and the human cost of war. It is a vivid and detailed account of the last days of the Civil War, and a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for freedom.
By Alanson M. Randol · First published 1886 · Genre: Historical Fiction, War Fiction, Adventure Fiction · 2,804 words
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During the winter of 1864-5 the Second New York (Harris' Light) Cavalry was in winter quarters near Winchester, Va., on the Romney pike. Alanson M. Randol, Captain First United States Artillery, was colonel of the regiment, which, with the First Connecticut, Second Ohio, and Third New Jersey, constituted the first brigade, third division, cavalry corps. The division was commanded by General George A. Custer; the brigade by A. C. M. Pennington, Captain Second United States Artillery, Colonel Third New Jersey Cavalry. On the 27th of February, 1865, the divisions of Merritt and Custer, with the batteries of Miller (Fourth United States Artillery) and Woodruff (Second United States Artillery), all under command of General Sheridan, left their winter quarters in and around Winchester, and, after a series of splendid victories, and unsurpassed marches and fortunes, joined the Army of the Potomac in front of Petersburg on the 27th of March. The Second New York Cavalry shared largely in the glories and miseries of this great and successful raid. At Five Forks, Deep Creek, and Sailors Creek, it not only maintained its gallant and meritorious record, but added to its great renown. At the gentle and joyous passage of arms at Appomattox Station, on the 8th of April, it reached the climax of its glory, and, by its deeds of daring, touched the pinnacle of fame. On that day it performed prodigies of valor, and achieved successes as pregnant with good results as any single action of the war. By forcing a passage through the rebel lines and heading off Lee's army, it contributed largely to the result that followed the next day -- the surrender of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia.
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The title of the book suggests that it is set during the American Civil War, which is a historical event, and the author's name implies that it is a work of fiction.
- War Fiction — The title of the book suggests that it is set during a war, and the author's name implies that it is a work of fiction.
- Adventure Fiction — The title of the book suggests that it is an exciting story, and the author's name implies that it is a work of fiction.
Tags
1861-1865 · 1865 · 1865) · 2nd (1861-1865) · Appomattox Campaign · Army · Civil War · History · New York (State) · New York Cavalry Regiment · Regimental histories · United States
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Alanson M. Randol
- Date: 1886 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, War Fiction, Adventure Fiction
- Length: 2,804 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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