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The product is a reprint of the "Journal of the Flight of Alfred E. Mathews" from 1961, focusing on the Civil War period. This book likely contains detailed accounts and observations of the events and experiences of the author during the conflict, providing insight into the various aspects of military operations and daily life during the Civil War. The militaria theme suggests that the journal may also include information on weapons, tactics, and logistics used by the military during this time, offering a valuable historical resource for those interested in the Civil War.
Original printing was in 1861 as per the title page. Remaining text on the cover & title page:
Interesting narrative: being a journal of the flight of Alfred E. Mathews, of Stark Co., Ohio, from the State of Texas, on the 20th of April, and his arrival at Chicago on the 28th of May, after traversing on foot and alone a distance of over 800 miles across the States of Louisiana, Arkansas and Missouri, by the most unfrequented routes; together with interesting descriptions of men and things; of what he saw and heard; appearance of the country, habits of the people, &c., &c., &c
This edition:
Civil War Centennial IssueFacsimile Copy by Nolie Mumeyfrom the original in theWestern History DepartmentDenver Public LibraryDenver, ColoradoApril, 1961
