Ninth Cavalry: One Hundred and Twenty-first Regiment Indiana Volunteers

"Ninth Cavalry: One Hundred and Twenty-first Regiment Indiana Volunteers" by Daniel Webster Comstock is a gripping historical narrative that recounts the story of the 9th Indiana Cavalry during the Civil War. Drawing from writings read at annual reunions, Comstock shines a light on the courage and sacrifices of the regiment's soldiers, especially the often-unrecognized privates who fought in intense skirmishes. The book plunges into the heart of conflicts like the defense of Sulphur Branch Trestle, vividly portraying the soldiers' desperate stand against an overwhelming Confederate force, revealing the grim realities of war, the chaos, and the impressive displays of bravery amidst impossible odds.