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Stand Firm Ye Boys from Maine: The 20th Maine and the Gettysburg Campaign
Stand Firm Ye Boys from Maine: The 20th Maine and the Gettysburg Campaign | Thomas A. Desjardin
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Fought amid rocks and trees, in thick blinding smoke, and under exceedingly stressful conditions, the battle for the southern slope of Little Round Top on July 2, 1863 stands among the most famous and crucial military actions in American history, one of the key engagements that led to the Norths victory at Gettysburg. In this powerfully narrated history, Maine historian Tom Desjardin tells the story of the 20th Maine Regiment, the soldiers who fought and won the battle of Little Round Top. This engaging work is the culmination of years of detailed research on the experiences of the soldiers in that regiment, telling the complete story of the unit in the Gettysburg Campaign, from June 21 through July 10, 1863. Desjardin uses more than seventy first-hand accounts to tell the story of this campaign in critical detail. He brings the personal experiences of the soldiers to life, relating the story from both sides and revealing the actions and feelings of the men from Alabama who tried, in vain, to seize Little Round Top. Indeed, ranging from the lowest ranking private to the highest officers, this book explores the terrible experiences of war and their tragic effect. Following the regiment through the campaign enables readers to understand fully the soldiers feelings towards the enemy, towards citizens of both North and South, and towards the commanders of the two armies. In addition, this book traces the development of the legend of Gettysburg, as veterans of the fight struggle to remember, grasp, and memorialize their part in the largest battle ever fought on the continent. With a new preface and updated maps and illustrations, Stand Firm Ye Boys of Maine offers a compelling account of one of the most crucial small engagements of the Civil War.
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Susanita
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I took this picture for @Liberty 😀

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Liberty
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Today is the birthday of Joshua Chamberlain, a Mainer, a badass, a lieutenant with the 20th Maine, and the origin of the title. (I bought a t-shirt with this saying on it at the Chamberlain museum, but quickly discovered wearing a shirt that says, "Stand firm, ye boys from Maine" while actually *in Maine* was pretty awkward. ???)

LeahBergen Oh my God!!! That's the best (and now I want that tshirt) 😂😂 8y
KVanRead I was up till 1am Tuesday night helping my 8th grader analyse the feelings and actions of Joshua Chamberlain as interpreted by Michael Shaara for her hw, so having a little trouble sending him fond bday wishes at the mo, lol! But I definitely think we need that shirt! 😂 8y
KVanRead How does this book compare to The Killer Angels? Would you recommend it? 8y
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Liberty @KVanRead This is nonfiction, not at all like the beautiful Shaara novel. But it's interesting if you're into learning about the Civil War. 😊 8y
MeganMarieWrites I only need to see the name "Joshua Chamberlain" and the book is instantly added to my TBR! This sounds fantastic!! 8y
MeganMarieWrites Or "Gettysburg" for that matter! Ever since my trip to the battlefields as a ten year old, I've been fascinated by the history of Gettysburg and the men who fought there. 8y
KVanRead @Liberty Good to know! Thanks! 8y
eastbaykate Love this! I'm from Maine, so Joshua Chamberlain has a special place in my heart.❤️ 8y
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