Stand By The Union

Set against the smoky horizons of the Civil War, this volume opens a vivid portrait of the boys‑and‑men who rushed to the front lines for the Union cause. Through letters, campfire recollections, and stark battlefield snapshots, the narrative brings cramped tents, blistering suns, and disease‑ridden ships to life. It captures the paradox of youthful idealism colliding with the brutal realities of war.

The story follows a regiment where more than half the troops are barely out of their teens, some serving as drummers or messengers. Their camaraderie, fierce loyalty, and moments of frightened bravery are rendered in careful period detail, from the clang of iron rifles to the flutter of a Union flag in makeshift barracks. As they march, train, and sail, the reader feels the weight of each decision that could bring glory or tragedy.