All for the Union

The Civil War Diary and Letters of Elisha Hunt Rhodes

De: Robert Hunt Rhodes

Narrado por: Norman Dietz

Duración: 11 h y 29 m

Resumen del Editor

All for the Union is the astonishing and eloquent diary of Elisha Hunt Rhodes, the Union soldier featured in Ken Burns' highly acclaimed PBS television documentary The Civil War. Enlisting as a private in the 2nd Rhode Island Infantry, Rhodes fought in every major campaign waged by the Army of the Potomac, from Bull Run to Appomattox. Here, in his own powerfully moving words, Rhodes reveals why he was willing to die to preserve his beloved Union.

©1985 Robert Hunt Rhodes (P)1991 Recorded Books, LLC

Unique first hand perspective

Narrator should have been a young man, since the diary was of a man in his early 20s.

Good view into the life of Union soldier.

Very informative, but not quite as entertaining as other accounts like Sam Watkins' Company Aytch.

Nothing better in history than first hand accounts

I read and listen to a lot of Civil War histories. This is one of my favorites. I now know what several of my ancestors actually went through. My great grandfather was wounded in March of 1865 in the same battles described in the book.

Engaging and entertaining

Makes one think of the life of a soldier and all that they witnessed in war time.

This was a good one, entertaining

As far as Civil War memoirs offered by Audible, this one is one of the best!

Captivating Narrative

All For the Union is a captivating eyewitness account of a young man who fought for the Union in the Civil War. One of the mostly striking part of the book is Rhodes's emphasizes on the camp meetings and Sunday Church services held in camp. Throughout the book Rhodes paints the horror of battle and diffidence of camp life as only a eyewitness can. The book is inspiring instead of depressing. Truly a must listen!

Fantastic!

One of the best Civil War books I've ever read or listened to. It does help to have some prior knowledge of the Army of the Potomac and its history. I particularly enjoyed what he had to say about his time in Winchester since it is my home. What struck me most is his faith in God, his absolute devotion for the Union cause, his unceasing optimism and his understated valor. Rhodes was truly a great American.

Poor narrator

The material is wonderful, and I enjoyed it very much, but the narrator comes across as very smug and pompous. Col. Rhodes may have himself been both, but I prefer to imagine otherwise.

Excalant 5 Plus Stars

A must audio book for civil war enthusiasts.
a very perspective view of the civil war.

Absolutely Amazing!!

All around, it was such a pleasure of an audiobook. The narrators voice was perfect and not to mention the 2nd Rhode Island, which my 3rd great grandfather served with up until he was wounded at The Wilderness. I can't believe how upbeat and cheerful E H Rhodes was in spite of some of the worst battles in history. I've visited his grave many times, and now I feel like I know him. If you look up heroes, gentlemen, and patriots in the dictionary, Rhodes picture would be under all 3.