Soldiering in North Carolina Being the experiences of a 'typo' in the pines, swamps, fields, sandy roads, towns, cities, and among the fleas, wood-ticks, 'gray-backs,' mosquitoes, blue-tail flies, moccasin snakes, lizards, scorpions, rebels, and other reptiles, pests, and vermin of the 'Old North State.' Embracing an account of the three-years and nine-months Massachusetts regiments in the department, the freedmen, etc., etc., etc.

"Soldiering in North Carolina" by Thomas Kirwan is a historical narrative that brings to life a soldier's journey through the Civil War. As a member of the 17th Massachusetts Regiment stationed in North Carolina, the author recounts his grueling experiences. He navigates both natural and man-made obstacles, including disease-ridden swamps, unrelenting pests, and a dangerous enemy. His compelling writing vividly paints a portrait of his journey south, camp life, battles, and encounters with the local population. Kirwan shines a light on the everyday hurdles the soldiers encounter throughout military service, providing us with insight into their evolving relationships, the ever-present perils, and nature's unrelenting forces.