The Civil War Letters Of Colonel Hans Christian Heg

The Civil War Letters of Colonel Hans Christian Heg is a collection of personal correspondence written by Hans Christian Heg, a Norwegian immigrant and Union Army colonel during the American Civil War. The book includes letters written to his wife, family, and friends, as well as official military reports and letters to his superiors. Heg's letters provide a firsthand account of the war and its impact on soldiers and civilians, as well as his own experiences leading troops in battles such as Chickamauga and Missionary Ridge. The book also explores Heg's personal beliefs and values, including his commitment to the abolition of slavery and his dedication to the Union cause. The collection is edited and introduced by Theodore C. Blegen, providing historical context and insight into Heg's life and legacy. Overall, The Civil War Letters of Colonel Hans Christian Heg offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and the experiences of those who fought in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Hans Christian Heg
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 294
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.69d
ISBN: 9781169313958

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