The County Regiment A Sketch of the Second Regiment of Connecticut Volunteer Heavy Artillery, Originally the Nineteenth Volunteer Infantry, in the Civil War

"The County Regiment" by Dudley Landon Vaill is a recounting that details the experiences of the Second Regiment of Connecticut Volunteer Heavy Artillery during the Civil War. Initially known as the Nineteenth Volunteer Infantry, the story begins with the forming of the regiment, driven by the passion and commitment of Litchfield County residents in the 1860s. The book explores the regiment's journey through early battles and the hardships of military life. The narrative highlights community meetings, enlistments, and key figures like Colonel Elisha S. Kellogg, balancing respect for the soldiers' sacrifices with an understanding of their role in shaping American history.