The guerrillas who terrorized Missouri during the Civil War were colorful men whose daring and vicious deeds brought them a celebrity never enjoyed by the Federal soldiers who hunted them. Many books have been written about William Quantrill; Bloody Bill" Anderson; George Todd; Tom Livingston and other noted guerrillas. You have probably not heard of George Wolz; Aaron Caton; John Durnell; Thomas Holston or Ludwick St. John. They served in Union cavalry regiments in Missouri; where neither side showed mercy to defeated foes. They are just five of the anonymous thousands who; in the end; defeated the guerrillas and have been forgotten with the passage of time. This is their story."
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. One Christmas EveBy R. DelPartoBeyond the historic narrative; one of the most fascinating part about reading about the most monumental figures in history are the stories behind the history that reveal an intimate and humanistic quality that may not be repeated more than once. David McCullough's retelling of history's past shows his adoration that is displayed in many of his works that readers have grown accustomed to; especially the most historic events that have now forever been embedded within the narratives. And one can say that after reading In the Dark Streets Shineth: A 1941 Christmas Eve Story; this may be added to his narratives.McCullough unique form of storytelling continues to be seen within this short narrative that resonates one of the darkest moments in American history; but for one December night in 1941; two of the great leaders of the world paused for a moment to reflect upon the Christmas season. US President Franklin D. Roosevelt had now the world on his shoulders with only a few weeks past that began the US involvement in World War II in the Pacific but at the same time engaged its role in Europe. But in a secret meeting that took place on December 24; British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and Roosevelt took a short respite from political activities to observe Christmas and to send messages to public of their assurance that during this time of the season; one must not forget the true meaning of what it represents; especially during times of war; to achieve the utmost goal for peace. And McCullough emphasizes this sentiment with Churchill and Roosevelt's meeting and Christmas observance that included the lighting of the White House Christmas tree and carols of the past such as "O Little Town of Bethlehem;" which was penned by American Clergyman Phillip Brooks and set to music by organist Lewis Redner in 1868 on Christmas eve; and surprisingly; a carol that Churchill had never heard before until this night in 1941.In the Dark Streets Shineth is a footnote to history that many are not familiar with. But when historians such as David McCullough encounters special moments such as Roosevelt and Churchill's messages and the stories behind this encounter; history becomes so much enriching and insightful to understand for the curious reader.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A great read. Perhaps President Trump should read President Roosevelt's address he gave the American public on Christmas Eve inBy JeninChicagoA great read especially considering today's political climate and this war we've been involved in for over ten years. Roosevelt's Christmas address to the American public is inspiring even today!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very brief; but relevantBy TamaraI appreciate this download. It is a little piece of history we all need to hear again today. I would have enjoyed reading more from David McCullough. The download includes preparatory remarks describing Roosevelt and Churchill on Christmas Eve 1941 attending church service together (Churchill visiting America) and then both of their brief radio addresses on the same evening. McCullough briefly tells the stories behind the writing of two well-known carols that both men heard in church that night.
