The story of the Thirty-Third N. Y. S. Vols or two years campaigning in Virginia and Maryland

A spirited chronicle of a New York regiment, this volume follows the men from their enthusiastic enlistment in Central New York through the first months of the Civil War. Readers travel with the volunteers as they muster at Elmira, march to Washington, and confront the chaos of early battles such as First Bull Run. The narrative captures the camaraderie, the hardships of camp life, and the raw determination that drove ordinary citizens to become soldiers.

What sets the work apart are the on‑the‑spot sketches drawn by an officer who witnessed the action firsthand, offering a vivid visual companion to the written account. Interwoven with brief biographies of the regiment’s leaders and detailed muster rolls, the book provides both personal anecdotes and a broader picture of the Union’s early campaigns in Virginia and Maryland. It serves as an engaging snapshot of a pivotal moment in American history, preserving the voices and experiences of those who lived it.