While doing some research today. I stumbled across a used used copy of Leland Thornton’s book, “When Gallantry Was Commonplace.” Current price being asked is $155 but it is out of print. 5boros Books *We are in no way affiliated with the seller. We...
Marvin Sylvester Wood (born in New York on October 8, 1836), a wounded Civil War Veteran who served in the 11th Michigan. I invite you to check out the great work being done to preserve history over at http://oldwoodhouse.org/
I was fortunate enough to find a copy of Leland W. Thorton’s book on the 11th. I am amazed at the amount of research Mr. Thornton did in putting this book together. I only wish it was in circulation still. I look forward to sifting through his work and...
Infantry Units Simple breakdown of Civil War formations for both the North and South. These numbers are approximations and would be from the day of enlistment. During the Civil War most units were not fully staffed. It is saft to assume that when reading about battle...
