Description
Formed in 1851 by Irish immigrants, the Fighting Sixty-Ninth has served with distinction since the Civil War. This is a complete, illustrated history of the regiment's service in the Irish Brigade and the Rainbow Division.
Functioning as the 1st Regiment, Irish Brigade, 2nd Corps, Army of the Potomac throughout the Civil War, the regiment made history at Malvern Hill, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, Petersburg and Appomatox. According to legend, an exasperated General Jackson cursed them as part of "that damn brigade."
Functioning as the 165th Infantry, 42nd Division (Rainbow Division) throughout World War I, the regiment helped turn back the last German offensive, counterattacked at the Ourq river, spearheaded one of Pershing's pincers at St. Mihiel, and helped break the Hindenburg Line in the Argonne Forest. Today, the regiment is known as 1st Battalion, 69th Infantry (Mechanized), New York Army National Guard.
About the Author
John Mahon, a retired veteran, lives in Florida.
Reviews
"well-crafted writing style...Mahon vividly details the campaigns and camp life...thoughtful...highly recommended...straightforward approach"-The Civil War News; "well-written"-The Civil War Courier; "exceptional...invaluable...compelling"-Colorado Libraries; "this regimental history spans over nearly a century...originally formed by Irish immigrants in 1851"-Civil War Book Review.
Book Information
ISBN 9780786461042
Author John Mahon
Format Paperback
Page Count 276
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 481g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm * 14mm