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My Dear Wife And Children: Civil War Letters From A 2Nd Minnesota Volunteer
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What Does A Father Write To His Wife And Young Children When He'S Gone To War? Does He Explain Why He Left Them? How Does He Answer Their Constant Questions About His Return? Which Of His Experiences Does He Relate, And Which Does He Pass Over? Should He Describe His Feelings Of Separation And Loneliness?These Questions Are As Relevant Today As They Were Over 150 Years Ago, When David Brainard Griffin, A Corporal In Company F Of The 2Nd Minnesota Regiment Of Volunteers, Wrote To Those He Left Behind On The Family'S Minnesota Prairie Homestead While He Fought To Preserve The Union.His Letters Cover The Period From His Enlistment At Minnesota'S Fort Snelling In September 1861, To His Death In Georgia During The Battle Of Chickamauga In September 1863. One Hundred Of Them Were Preserved And Passed Down In His Family. They, Along With One From His Daughter As She Asked The Next Generation To Read Her Father'S Words, Have Been Carefully Transcribed And Annotated By A Greatgreatgrandson, Nick K. Adams, Allowing Further Generations To Experience Griffin'S Answers To These Questions. Filled With Poignant Images Of His Daily Activities, His Fears And Exhilarations In Military Conflict, And His Thoughts And Emotions As The Civil War Kept Him Apart From His Family, These Letters Offer A Fascinating Insight Into The Personal Experiences Of A Common Soldier In The American Civil War.Nick K. Adams Is A Retired Elementary School Teacher And An Avid Civil War Reenactor And Historical Speaker Who Lives In Washington State.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'My Dear Wife and Children'? A: The main theme revolves around the personal letters written by a soldier during the Civil War, focusing on his experiences, feelings of separation from family, and the emotional challenges faced while away at war.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Nick K. Adams, a retired elementary school teacher and Civil War re-enactor.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many letters are included in this book? A: The book includes one hundred letters written by David Brainard Griffin during his service.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on October 19, 2015.
- Q: What is the page count of 'My Dear Wife and Children'? A: The book has a total of 352 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in Civil War history? A: Yes, the book offers valuable insights into the personal experiences of a common soldier during the Civil War, making it suitable for those interested in historical accounts.
- Q: Does the book contain any illustrations or images? A: Yes, the letters are filled with poignant images that depict daily activities and the emotional landscape of the author.
- Q: What is the significance of the letters in this book? A: The letters provide a deep emotional connection and historical context, revealing the personal struggles and thoughts of a soldier separated from his family during a tumultuous time.
- Q: Who transcribed the letters for this publication? A: The letters were carefully transcribed and annotated by Nick K. Adams, the author's great-great-grandson.