Reminiscences of the Thirty-Fourth Regiment, Mass. Vol. Infantry

"Reminiscences of the Thirty-Fourth Regiment, Mass. Vol. Infantry" by William H. Clark is a captivating first-hand narrative from the Civil War era. Told by a private from Company E, the book puts the reader in the shoes of a Union soldier, sharing his journey up to a battle injury that took him out of action. The book shows the reader personal stories that include when the regiment left from Worcester, the funny times in camp, battles at places like both Harper’s Ferry and Newmarket, and shares thoughts regarding other soldiers that lost their lives during conflicts. Overall, the author vividly creates a mood of both the heroic actions and heavy emotional burden that the war placed on the soldiers. Clark makes sure to give great respect to the commitment they made together, ultimately expressing a deep admiration for their sacrifices they all made.