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Alexander, Charles Wesley, 1837-1927 The volunteers' roll of honor. A collection of the noble and praiseworthy deeds performed in the cause of the Union by the heroes of the army and navy of the United States.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00267.223 Author/Creator: Alexander, Charles Wesley, 1837-1927 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Book Date: 1864 Pagination: 100 p. ; Height: 21.5 cm, Width: 14.5 cm Order a Copy

Brief sketches of the heroic acts of Union soldiers. Some of the stories are illustrated. "In this collection, the greatest care has been taken to obtain and record the proper name of each soldier or seaman who has, during the great rebellion, rendered himself famous by reason of his bravery or devotion to the Union cause." Binding is lost. Published by Barclay & Co.

Alexander, Charles Wesley, 1837-1927

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