The Diary of a Civil War Marine: Private Josiah Gregg

by Adrienne Sachse (Editor), Wesley Moody (Editor)

Overview

This is the firsthand account of a United States Marine during the American Civil War. Beside the average routine of shipboard life, Gregg experienced major battles and the hunt for Confederate raiders. Anyone who wants a better understanding of the navy during the Civil War, especially a scholar doing research, would appreciate this book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781611475784
Publisher:	University Press Copublishing Division
Publication date:	10/12/2012
Pages:	158
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Wesley Moody is professor of history at Florida State College at Jacksonville. He is the author of Demon of the Lost Cause: Sherman and Civil War History. Adrienne Sachse is professor of economics at Florida State College at Jacksonville.

Table of Contents

Preface Introduction Editor’s Note Chapter 1 (November 4, 1862 – December 10, 1862) Chapter 2 (December 11, 1862 – January 26, 1863) Chapter 3 (January 29, 1863 – March 21, 1863 Chapter 4 (March 22, 1863 – December 27, 1863 Chapter 5 (April 14, 1864 – May 30, 1864) Chapter 6 (June 1, 1864 – July 27, 1864) Chapter 7 (July 28, 1864 – September 9, 1864) Chapter 8 (September 11, 1864 – January 31, 1865) Conclusion Bibliography

Editorial Reviews

The diary is well-written, and the author takes time to write about life on board ship, his own sea sickness, being caught sleeping on watch, eating hardtack, waiting for mail, runs ashore, rumors circulating, desertion, boredom, entertainment, preparation for battle, battle, and the aftermath of battle. The diary covers both personal actions and ship-wide activities. We are thus able, through Gregg’s writing, to develop the ability to know the man penning this diary. In addition, the editors have done a commendable job of fleshing out and expanding the comments made by Gregg within his diary.. . .[R]eaders interested in the Marine Corps or the U.S. Navy during the Civil War will want this book in their library. It is a must-read for anyone considering writing on CSS Alabama or the Battle of Mobile Bay.

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