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All for the Union

The Civil War Diary and Letters of Elisha Hunt Rhodes

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All for the Union

By: Robert Hunt Rhodes
Narrated by: Norman Dietz
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All for the Union is the astonishing and eloquent diary of Elisha Hunt Rhodes, the Union soldier featured in Ken Burns' highly acclaimed PBS television documentary The Civil War. Enlisting as a private in the 2nd Rhode Island Infantry, Rhodes fought in every major campaign waged by the Army of the Potomac, from Bull Run to Appomattox. Here, in his own powerfully moving words, Rhodes reveals why he was willing to die to preserve his beloved Union.

©1985 Robert Hunt Rhodes (P)1991 Recorded Books, LLC American Civil War Memoirs, Diaries & Correspondence Military Wars & Conflicts War Civil War Civil War Letters
Authentic Firsthand Account • Captivating Eyewitness Perspective • Perfect Voice • Inspiring Personal Journey
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An honest recap of the civil was as seen by a good man. It no wonder Ken Burns used this as a big part of the Civil War documentary .

A witness to history

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This was an amazing diary. A very detailed insight through the eyes of a Union soldier named Elisha Hunt Rhodes.
The hardships, the laughter, and the beauty all in one. From the locations Elisha's journey had taken him. You can see it with this book. The " All for the union" hits hard when he explains some struggles, making you understand his point.
Give this a read/listen, you will not regret it. Much respect, Elisha. One thing I got upset about with you? Poor Mr. Dick. He sounded awesome, but I understood why.

What an amazing insight into history,

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Narrator should have been a young man, since the diary was of a man in his early 20s.

Unique first hand perspective

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Very informative, but not quite as entertaining as other accounts like Sam Watkins' Company Aytch.

Good view into the life of Union soldier.

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Well read rendition of an insightful Civil War journal, great recounting of one Rhode Island man's experiences from enlistment to Appomattox

Excellent Performance

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Makes one think of the life of a soldier and all that they witnessed in war time.

Engaging and entertaining

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As far as Civil War memoirs offered by Audible, this one is one of the best!

This was a good one, entertaining

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I read and listen to a lot of Civil War histories. This is one of my favorites. I now know what several of my ancestors actually went through. My great grandfather was wounded in March of 1865 in the same battles described in the book.

Nothing better in history than first hand accounts

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This is a Civil War account like no other. Elisha Hunt Rhodes was a truly remarkable man, remaining humble, poised, and ready to do anything to preserve the United States and Union in his day. From beginning the war as a Private, and by the end being at the rank of Lt. Colonel is astounding. Being at every major battle the Army of the Potomac fought in, and seeing many famous figures in his day in person, such as Lincoln, McClellan, Burnside, Meade, Grant, and even Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson from a distance. A must read for any Civil War buff or historian. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Humble Heroism

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All For the Union is a captivating eyewitness account of a young man who fought for the Union in the Civil War. One of the mostly striking part of the book is Rhodes's emphasizes on the camp meetings and Sunday Church services held in camp. Throughout the book Rhodes paints the horror of battle and diffidence of camp life as only a eyewitness can. The book is inspiring instead of depressing. Truly a must listen!

Captivating Narrative

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