Three Years In The Federal Cavalry

Three Years in the Federal Cavalry

by Willard Glazier

In 'Three Years in the Federal Cavalry,' Captain Willard Glazier chronicles his experiences as a Union cavalryman during the American Civil War. He recounts his enlistment in New York State, his training, and his involvement in numerous battles and campaigns. The book offers a firsthand perspective on the hardships and challenges of military life, the camaraderie between soldiers, and the horrors of war. Glazier's narrative culminates with his capture at the Battle of Brandy Station, providing a vivid account of the fighting and the subsequent experience of being a prisoner of war.

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