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History of the Eighty-sixth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, during its term of service

By John R. Kinnear
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A regimental history recounts the unit's organization, training, marches, encampments, and combat service from enlistment through mustering out, following its movements across major campaigns and battles. It details daily camp life, hardships of supply and sickness, and the regiment's relationships with other units in the brigade. Alongside operational narrative are officers' recollections and soldiers' letters, a roster of names, individual anecdotes and adventures, and concluding reflections on the march home and postwar adjustments, including observations on farming in the war-torn South.

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John R. Kinnear

John R. Kinnear is an author known for his detailed account of military history, particularly through his work "History of the Eighty-sixth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, during its term of service." This book provides a comprehensive narrative of the experiences and challenges faced by the regiment during the Civil War, reflecting Kinnear's dedication to documenting the contributions of Illinois soldiers. His writing serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of military life and the historical context of the era.

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