Naval Scenes And Reminiscences Of The Civil War In The United States

Naval Scenes and Reminiscences of the Civil War in the United States: On the Southern and Western Waters, During the Years 1861-63, with the History of that Period is a book written by Henry Walke and published in 1877. The book is a personal account of Walke's experiences as a naval officer during the American Civil War, specifically on the Southern and Western waters. Walke provides vivid descriptions of his naval engagements and battles, including the capture of Fort Henry and Fort Donelson, the Battle of Island No. 10, and the attack on Vicksburg. He also shares his personal experiences and observations of the war, including his interactions with other naval officers and soldiers, as well as his thoughts on the political and social climate of the time. In addition to his personal accounts, Walke also includes a detailed history of the period, providing context and background for the events he describes. The book is a valuable resource for historians and Civil War enthusiasts, offering a firsthand account of the conflict from the perspective of a naval officer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.