Battery D First Rhode Island Light Artillery in the Civil War

"Battery D First Rhode Island Light Artillery in the Civil War" by George C. Sumner is a historical record from the late 1800s that follows Battery D, a Rhode Island light artillery unit, through the Civil War, from 1861 to 1865. It shares how the unit was formed, what their training was like, and the different battles they fought. Written by someone who was actually in the battery, the book provides a close-up view of what life was like for the soldiers and the problems they had to deal with during the war. Starting with how Battery D was put together right after the Civil War started, the book tells about how the soldiers were organized and sent to Washington, D.C., describing the soldiers' excitement and how quickly they got ready for war by training hard at Camp Sprague. The text highlights how the battery moved around early on, describing life at camp, the challenges of preparing for winter, and the first review that displayed their abilities. This prepares readers for the unit's involvement in major Civil War battles and highlights the bond between the men and the hardships they encountered while serving.