The Twenty-fifth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion : $b history, reminiscences, description of battle of Irish Bend, carrying of pay roll, roster

"The Twenty-fifth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion" by George P. (George Perkins) Bissell is a historical narrative that recounts the experiences of the Twenty-Fifth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers during the Civil War, focusing on their deployment to Louisiana. The book documents the regiment's formation, the soldiers' motivations for enlisting, and their initial training, and presents firsthand accounts of their journey from Connecticut to the battlefields of Louisiana. The narrative focuses on major events like their arrival in Louisiana, their participation in campaigns such as the battle at Port Hudson, and their daily challenges, offering to the reader a view into the trials and tribulations of young men turned soldiers amidst the Civil War. The book is written in a historical style, with contributions from individuals like Samuel K. Ellis, is meant to secure the memory of the regiment's service and the valor with which its members fought.