Co. Aytch: 'Co. Aytch' Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment or, A Side Show of the Big Show: Samuel R. Watkins' Firsthand Account of the Civil War

Samuel R. Watkins

Oct 2023 · Prabhat Prakashan

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"Co. Aytch" Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment or, A Side Show of the Big Show by Samuel R. Watkins: "Co. Aytch" is a memoir by Samuel R. Watkins, a Confederate soldier who served in the First Tennessee Regiment during the American Civil War. Watkins provides a firsthand account of the war, recounting his experiences on the battlefield, the hardships endured by soldiers, and his personal reflections on the conflict. The memoir offers a unique perspective on the Civil War from the viewpoint of an ordinary soldier.

Key Aspects of the Book "Co. Aytch" Maury Grays, First Tennessee Regiment or, A Side Show of the Big Show":
Civil War Experience: Watkins's memoir offers a personal and poignant account of the realities of war, capturing the emotions, camaraderie, and sacrifices of Confederate soldiers.
Historical Insights: The memoir provides valuable historical insights into the perspectives and experiences of soldiers on the Confederate side during the American Civil War.
Humanizing the Soldier: Watkins humanizes the soldiers, sharing their hopes, fears, and challenges, and shedding light on the impact of war on individuals and their communities.

Samuel R. Watkins (1839-1901) was an American author and Confederate soldier. Born in Tennessee, he enlisted in the Confederate Army and served throughout the Civil War. After the war, Watkins wrote his memoir, "Co. Aytch," which gained recognition for its vivid and honest portrayal of the war from the perspective of an ordinary soldier. Watkins's memoir remains a valuable firsthand account of the American Civil War and the experiences of those who fought in it.

About the author

Samuel R. Watkins (1839-1901) was an American author and Confederate soldier. Born in Tennessee, he enlisted in the Confederate Army and served throughout the Civil War. After the war, Watkins wrote his memoir, "Co. Aytch," which gained recognition for its vivid and honest portrayal of the war from the perspective of an ordinary soldier. Watkins's memoir remains a valuable firsthand account of the American Civil War and the experiences of those who fought in it.

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