Irish Rebels Confederate Tigers

Irish Rebels Confederate Tigers by James P Gannon. Published by Savas Publishing, Mason City, IA, 1998. 1st Edition 2nd Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine in Good- DJ. Corners slightly bumped, balance excellent. 453 Pgs. ISBN 1882810163. A History of the 6th Louisiana Volunteers, 1861-1865. This is the first study ever undertaken of the 6th Louisiana Volunteer Infantry, one of the fighting Louisiana Tiger regiments! The predominantly Irish unit was raised in New Orleans shortly after secession and saw action in virtually every major battle in the Eastern Theater. The authors fast paced and heartrending study is based largely on diaries, letters, newspapers, and muster rolls. The book concludes with a meticulously detailed and complete biographical roster of every soldier of the 6th Louisiana Volunteers. Illustrated. Description text copyright 2005 BooksForComfort. Item ID 9134.