This work follows the Ninth Vermont from the horrors of its first combat and humiliating capture at Harpers Ferry in September 1862 to its triumphal march into Richmond in April 1865. Through diaries and letters written by members of the unit; one relives the riveting day-by-day account of the men as they were in battle; on the march; and in camp. With seldom seen photos of many of the regiment's members; detailed maps; and a complete regimental roster; this book tells a compelling story.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Changsop PyonGreat seller. Item as described.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great book with broad appealBy A CustomerProfessor Kim's writing is engaging; thorough enough for scholars and the general public alike. Readers wishing to understand the enigma of North Korea; its relationship with South Korea and the rest of the world; and where to go from here; will be pleased with this book and its measured; balanced perspective. After reading this book; you will be conversant in all the relevant topics. For those who are interested in further study; the book includes questions and study aids; as well as extensive references. Highly recommended.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Interesting History; Interesting Polical AnalysisBy John MatlockThe title of this book is well chosen and its publication is very timely. North Korea is indeed facing perilous times. Then again it has in the past. From the 1950 war; the transition of power Kim Il Sung to Kim Jong Il; and the nuclear weapon agreement brokered by Jimmy Carter the recent history of North Korea has certainly been turbulent.In more recent times; Korea has launched some very long range rockets and appears to have at least a few nuclear weapons. President Bush has identified them as a "rogue state" and part of the "axis of evil." North Korea along with Cuba remain as practictioners of the failed Communist system. These systems have proved that they can sustain huge armies; exercise strong control over their people; but also proved that centralized control of everything from farming to industrial production simply doesn't work very well. Friends of mine who recently visited North Korea report that the famine of the 1990's continues; although not as bad as it was.A small book; at only 232 pages; it is a concise summary of the countries 4;000 year history and a political analysis of the recent past. Combined with this are several alternatives of what the future might hold. Can the status quo continue. Certainly not forever. Could the collapse of the Government bring about another war - certainly it could. The options and their likelyhood form a major part of the theme of the book; and they are carefully considered and disucssed. Excellent reading.
