| Sykes' Regular Infantry Division, 1861-1864: A History of Regular United States Infantry Operations in the Civil War's Eastern Theater |  | Author: Timothy J. Reese
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Category: Book
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 2272023
Media: Library Binding
Pages: 488
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.3
ISBN: 0899504477
Dewey Decimal Number: 973.74
EAN: 9780899504476
ASIN: 0899504477
Publication Date: January 1990
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The history of Sykes' Regular Infantry Division chronicles the hitherto unknown career of the Regular U.S. Infantry troops who fought in the eastern theater of the Civil War. Despite regional prejudice, recruitment difficulties, and ghastly casualties, the Regular Division formed the backbone of the Army of the Potomac, setting an enviable example for the volunteer regiments. Under the command of General George Sykes, the division figured prominently in the battles of Gaines' Mill, Second Manassas, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. At Gettysburg half their number were casualties. By 1864, the division had been fought to near extinction, prompting their removal from the field. As professionals their service spanned the years both before and following the war, but never received the level of recognition comparable to that of the volunteer army. Appendices include tables of regimental representation by companies stating when each joined or left the division; orders of battle by companies for each engagement; Medals of Honor awarded; classification of officers; Roll of Honor; and regimental casualties by engagement.
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Valuable Study December 28, 2007
Philip W. Logan (Centreville, VA. United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Reese's "Sykes' Regular Infantry Division, 1861-1864" is an indispensable history of the over-looked contributions of the regular infantry regiments during the Civil War.
As a veteran of the 4th infantry regiment and researcher, primary and secondary source material on the contributions of the regular army infantry from 1861 to 65 is scarce. Reese has culled archives and historical societies far and wide to create the best and as of today only account of the regular infantry in the eastern theater. His work is highly recommended for the serious student of the civil war. Pity it is currently unavailable.
 Excellent, readable, one of the best CW books I have read October 8, 2002
The Giant Skunk (Washington, DC)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I have been reading CW history since my youth and have found this to be one of the most readable and enjoyable serious histories about a long overlooked unit in the war. After growing up with stories about Lee, Pickett etc. and then Chamberlain, Buford, Irish Brigade etc., it is quite refreshing to hear the story of the Professionals. I found the vignettes of the Regulars in the larger battles such as the brick tannery at Fredericksburg quite enthralling as well as the episodes which have not yet been fully told in general histroy such ast the NYC draft riots. The only small drawback to the book is it's price. But it is an enjoyable, well bound volume and a fine addition to anyone's CW library. Of course it helps that I reenact Regulars.:)
Jim Reynolds
Pvt. 4th US
"Regulars, By God!"
Excellent book, excellent bibliography for the Regular Army June 29, 2002
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
My great, great grandfather served with the 12th US from Feb. 1862 to Feb. 1865. This book was purchased to research his exploits. I have read a lot about the Civil War and this book was a real find for me. Although I would consider myself a novice, the Park Ranger at Fredricksburg recommended this book and I was not dissapointed.
An very good book overall - hard to find but worth it....! June 17, 2002
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
A remarkable and well-researched formal history of the Regular U.S. army during the Civil War. This book is a much-needed addition to the literature - with a significant amount of primary-source research. Reece's research is all the more impressive given the surprisingly few writings on this subject over the past 137 years! The only other work that covers the Regular army in anything near this level of detail is the obsure and long-out-of print Rodenbough's 1896 History of the Army of the United States...Illustrated with maps, period photos and a useful appendix, this book will be a valuable addition a serious Civil War library.
Reply to "A Reader" June 6, 2002
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
The rancorous, hateful remarks leveled at my book (and myself) by "A Reader" beg rebuttal. Lacking specificity, "Reader's" statements regarding factual accuracy plainly reveal deep ignorance of the subject, as well a failure to embrace fundamental reading comprehension. After dozens of enthusiastic reviews and untold thousands of readings, few if any historical errors have yet come to light, explaining why the book is nearly out of print. Therefore, "Reader" would do well to retrieve his/her copy from the floor, dust it off, and attempt re-reading without faulty preconception and with less bile no doubt born of an over-inflated, neophyte ego. My expertise in the field is well acknowledged by my peers, among whom "Reader" clearly does not rank. My study has been liberally cited in many subsequent publications and is acknowledged as the definitive work on the subject. Any typographical errors that appeared in the book are regrettably the publisher's fault, one with whom I have since refused future contracts due to their failure to copy edit as agreed. These minor blemishes however have angered no one else to the point of mindless rage. Should Re-Reader emerge from cowardly anonymity to define alleged specific historical mis-statements with sound counter-documentation-preferably in the well-lit academic arena-then his/her scholarly veracity can be established. If on the other hand his/her uncharitable remarks are merely shabby, ignorant opinion, perhaps Re-Reader should keep it to him/herself where it undoubtedly will be highly prized. In that event, Re-Reader might consider relinquishing his/her copy to someone whose IQ exceeds their behavioral age. Timothy J. Reese, Author
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