Twelve Months with the Eighth Massachusetts Infantry in the Service of the United States

"Twelve Months with the Eighth Massachusetts Infantry in the Service of the United States" by Harry Endicott Webber is an early 20th-century historical record following the Eighth Massachusetts Infantry's journey through the Spanish-American War. From the regiment's beginnings and training days at Chickamauga to their deployment in Cuba, the story emphasizes the tough conditions, the bond these soldiers shared, and the hardships of being a soldier. The book starts by showing Massachusetts' strong military spirit and the Eighth Massachusetts' enthusiasm to serve during a national emergency. It paints a picture of the excited mood before the war, where people strongly supported the troops who wanted to join up. It presents the regiment’s first steps, showing how quickly these men changed from their normal lives into soldiers ready to fight.