History of the Thirty-sixth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers. 1862-1865

This carefully assembled volume brings together the firsthand memories of the men who served in a Massachusetts volunteer regiment during the Civil War. Beginning with the regiment’s formation and early training, the narrative moves quickly to their first deployment, describing the march to the front and the challenges of life in Virginia’s camps. The tone remains personal, filled with letters, anecdotes, and reflections that convey both the excitement and the anxiety of young soldiers heading into conflict.

Later chapters, written by the very comrades who fought side‑by‑side, trace the unit’s participation in the Kentucky campaign, the difficult rear‑guard actions around Vicksburg, and the maneuvering on Jackson, offering a vivid picture of the logistics and hardships of campaigning. Interwoven are details of daily routines, the bonds of brotherhood, and the occasional humor that survived the rigors of war. Listeners will hear a genuine, unvarnished portrait of a volunteer regiment’s first year of service, preserving a slice of history that the participants themselves felt proud to share.