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Kelion Franklin Peddicord of Quirk's Scouts, Morgan's Kentucky Cavalry, C. S. A.

By India W. P. Logan
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A multi-part family memoir begins with a genealogical outline of the Peddicord family and proceeds to a close biographical sketch and first-person journal of Kelion Franklin Peddicord. It chronicles his youth, service with Morgan’s Kentucky Cavalry and Quirk’s Scouts, experiences in military prisons, and postwar life, interspersed with letters, reminiscences about siblings and other relatives, portrait engravings, and documentary material that together illuminate personal character, wartime hardship, and family memory.

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India W. P. Logan

India W. P. Logan is an author known for his work on Civil War history, particularly through the lens of personal narratives. His notable book, "Kelion Franklin Peddicord of Quirk's Scouts, Morgan's Kentucky Cavalry, C. S. A.", provides a detailed account of the experiences of a Confederate cavalryman. Logan's writing contributes to the understanding of the complexities of the Civil War era, offering insights into the lives of those who served in the conflict. His focus on individual stories adds a personal dimension to the broader historical context.

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