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Terry Texas Ranger Trilogy
J. K. P. Blackburn, L. B. Giles, and
E. S. Dodd
Introduction by Thomas W. Cutrer
The ten companies of the Terry Texas Rangers were officially activated
into the Confederate Army as the 8th Texas Cavalry Regiment, but
throughout the Civil War they were known by the name of their first
commander, Col. Benjamin F. Terry, who fell at the battle of
Woodsonville. In over 200 battles including Shiloh, Bardstown,
Perryville, Murfreesboro, Chichamauga and Knoxville, they gave
credence to Gen. John B. Hood's remark that there was "no body of
cavalry superior." When the South finally surrendered, there were
scarcely enough men left to form one company. This volume of vivid
descriptions, of the first-hand experiences of men in the ranks
throughout the duration of the war, makes available three of the rarest
pieces of Texana concerning the Terry Texas Rangers' role in the Civil
War.
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What people are saying about this book
". . . fresh and informative."—The Rebel Rouser
"The introduction alone is worth the price of the book . . . a valuable
addition to the collection of Civil War buffs and of interest to all who
love a good story with plenty of action . . . these gripping firsthand
accounts are the voice of truth."—Permian Historical Annual
"Its vivid descriptions of first-hand experience will fascinate general
readers and Civil War Historians alike."—Midwest Book Review
"the excitement, passion, and pain of war reaches the reader with the
same conviction that the soldiers experienced . . . a must-read for
anyone interested in the Civil War and Texas."—East Texas
Historical Association
"It will have a permanent place on my bookshelf."—The Brazosport
Facts
"Highly recommended for all Civil War enthusiasts and libraries."
—Review of Texas Books
"The quality of the publication is peerless."—Southwestern
Historical Quarterly
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