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Author: Tillie Pierce Alleman
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2012-12-14
Total Pages: 46
ISBN-13: 9781481259453
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe original manuscript was self published by Tillie (Matilda) Pierce Alleman in 1889. It is her personal observation of the battle from the prespective of a 15-year-old girl.
Author: Matilda "Tillie" Pierce Alleman
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Published: 2014-06-13
Total Pages: 156
ISBN-13: 1782892311
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIncludes Gettysburg Map and Illustrations Pack – 30 additional maps, plans and illustrations “The experience of a little girl, during three days of a hard fought battle, as portrayed in this volume is certainly of rare occurrence, and very likely has never been realized before. Such a narrative as the following, is worthy of preservation among the pages of our nations literature. The story is told with such marked faithfulness, such honesty of expression, such vividness of portrayal, that those who lived in, and passed through those scenes, or similar ones, will at once recognize the situations, and surroundings, as natural and real. While perusing its pages, the veteran will again live in the days gone by; when he tramped the dusty march, joined in the terrible charge, or suffered in the army hospital. The Heroine of this book, performed her part well; but it is doubtful whether, at the time, she fully realized the heart-felt thanks, and noble thoughts that sprang from the "Boys in Blue," in response to her heroism and kindness. How vividly is presented the weary march to the field of conflict; our eagerness to quaff the sparkling water, as she handed it to us, fresh from the cooling spring. We thanked her, but she did not hear the full gratitude that was in our hearts.”-Preface.
Author: Tillie Pierce Alleman
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Published: 2012
Total Pages: 0
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe original manuscript was self published by Tillie (Matilda) Pierce Alleman in 1889. It is her personal observation of the battle from the prespective of a 15-year-old girl.
Author: Tillie Alleman
Publisher:
Published: 2014-08-31
Total Pages: 46
ISBN-13: 9781502300522
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTillie Pierce was a 15-year-old girl when the battle erupted in her hometown of Gettysburg. Just before the battle began, Tillie was sent by her worried parents to what they thought was the safety of a farm outside of town: the Jacob Weikert farm, 3 or so miles down the Taneytown road, on the east side (or behind) the round tops. This was a relatively good place to be on the first day of battle. But on the second day (and, to a certain extent, the third), it was a terrible place. On the second day, with the battle rolling toward the Union left and centering in the wheat field, the peach orchard, and especially the round tops, the Weikert farm became a vast field hospital. Tillie saw her share of dead and wounded men--her description of the amputation benches and piles of severed limbs is hair-raising--and lived through the peril of sniper bullets and artillery shells. She gave a drink of spring water to a grateful General Meade and talked with General Stephen Weed, desperately wounded on Little Round Top, the night before he died. She tended wounded soldiers, fed hungry and exhausted ones, and in general saw and experienced more violence than any teenager ought to. Although written when she was in her 40s, Tillie's memoir captures the innocence and wide-eyed amazement of a teenager. Of the 80-some firsthand accounts of the battle written by inhabitants of Gettysburg, Tillie's ranks as a favorite. Historians have only begun to explore the impact of the Civil War on children, both the boy-soldiers who actually served in combat and the children left at home while dad went off to war or caught up in the total warfare into which the war sunk during its final two years. Tillie's memoir is a valuable resource in this new line of research.
Author: Tillie Pierce Alleman
Publisher: Good Press
Published: 2023-12-26
Total Pages: 65
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn 'At Gettysburg - What a Girl Saw and Heard of the Battle' by Tillie Pierce Alleman, readers are transported back to the heart of the American Civil War, allowing them a firsthand account of the Battle of Gettysburg through the eyes of a teenage girl. Alleman's writing style is captivating and immersive, providing vivid descriptions of the chaos and devastation of war during this critical moment in history. The book offers a unique perspective on the event, offering insights into the human experience amidst the turmoil of battle. Tillie Pierce Alleman herself was a witness to the Battle of Gettysburg, a young resident of the town during the fateful days of the conflict. Her personal experiences and observations provide a poignant and intimate portrayal of the bravery and tragedy that unfolded during one of the most significant battles of the Civil War. Alleman's firsthand perspective lends an authenticity to the narrative that draws readers in and allows them to connect deeply with the events described. I highly recommend 'At Gettysburg - What a Girl Saw and Heard of the Battle' to anyone interested in history, particularly the Civil War period. Alleman's unique perspective and engaging storytelling make this book a valuable addition to any library, offering a compelling account of a pivotal moment in American history.
Author: Matilda "Tillie" Pierce Alleman
Publisher: BIG BYTE BOOKS
Published: 1889-01-01
Total Pages: 56
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKLong considered one of the most vibrant and compelling accounts of the battle of Gettysburg by a young resident of the town. Fifteen year old Matilda "Tillie" Pierce saw Union general Buford enter town with his cavalry, saw the rout of the first day of fighting, and the Confederates streaming through the town. She gave water to many Union soldiers, including General George Gordon Meade, the new commander of the Army of the Potomac. She went on to help the nurses and surgeons care for wounded at a house down on Taneytown Road, sitting to comfort the dying General Stephen Weed. Tillie saw the mangled bodies of men and horses, and the incredible destruction of the fields and farms. A quarter-century later, Tillie, now married and a mother, sat down and penned this remarkable account for her family. Every memoir of the American Civil War provides us with another view of the catastrophe that changed the country forever. For the first time, this long out-of-print volume is available as an affordable, well-formatted book for e-readers, tablets, and smartphones. Be sure to LOOK INSIDE by clicking the cover above or download a sample.
Author: Tillie Pierce Alleman
Publisher:
Published: 2008-05
Total Pages: 72
ISBN-13: 9781409915614
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA touching and thrilling story of a young girl's experiences at the battle of Gettysburg, first published in 1889.
Author: Matilda "Tillie" Pierce Alleman
Publisher:
Published: 2022-12-02
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781611041965
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTillie Pierce's (also known as Matilda Alleman) "At Gettysburg" is an intriguing book that follows the life of 15-year-old Tillie as she witnesses and experiences the Battle of Gettysburg. During the first day's fighting, Tillie's family moved her out of town to a farm, thinking she would be safer there. As it turned out, Tillie ended up right behind the Union lines on the second and third day. The farm where Tillie stayed became a field hospital, where the young girl witnessed much suffering and death. The book Tillie's own account of her memories and experiences from the battle. Though written years later, it is considered to be a very accurate and firsthand source, not to mention a remarkable journey behind the front lines at the Battle of Gettysburg.
Author: Matilda Pierce Alleman
Publisher: CreateSpace
Published: 2015-01-03
Total Pages: 44
ISBN-13: 9781505923568
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMatilda Alleman was a young resident of Gettysburg during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. At Gettysburg is an amazing first hand account of what she saw. Without question, the most famous battle of the American Civil War took place outside of the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, which happened to be a transportation hub, serving as the center of a wheel with several roads leading out to other Pennsylvanian towns. From July 1-3, Robert E. Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia tried everything in its power to decisively defeat George Meade's Union Army of the Potomac, unleashing ferocious assaults that inflicted nearly 50,000 casualties in all. Day 1 of the battle would have been one of the 25 biggest battles of the Civil War itself, and it ended with a tactical Confederate victory. But over the next two days, Lee would try and fail to dislodge the Union army with attacks on both of its flanks during the second day and Pickett's Charge on the third and final day. Meade's stout defense held, barely, repulsing each attempted assault, handing the Union a desperately needed victory that ended up being one of the Civil War's turning points. After the South had lost the war, the importance of Gettysburg as one of the "high tide" marks of the Confederacy became apparent to everyone, making the battle all the more important in the years after it had been fought. While former Confederate generals cast about for scapegoats, with various officers pointing fingers at Robert E. Lee, James Longstreet, and James Stuart, historians and avid Civil War fans became obsessed with studying and analyzing all the command decisions and army movements during the entire campaign. Despite the saturation of coverage, Americans refuse to grow tired of visiting the battlefield and reliving the biggest battle fought in North America.
Author: Theresa McDevitt
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published: 2003-09-30
Total Pages: 259
ISBN-13: 0313052816
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe first reference work to draw together the stories and studies of women in the American Civil War, this annotated bibliography offers access to the literature that documents the history of women who experienced the war, changed it, and were changed by it. Offering nearly 800 entries, it lists both primary and secondary sources, classic and current works, and items in print and available on the Internet. Drawing together over one hundred years of writings, Women in the American Civil War: An Annotated Bibliography is an invaluable resource for readers and researchers interested in this neglected topic. During the American Civil War women played a highly significant role, yet modern writers often overlook their experiences and contributions. Women in the American Civil War: An Annotated Bibliography is the first reference work to focus exclusively on women in the war. Sections list sources on such diverse topics as women as nurses and medical relief workers, women's changing economic roles, their lives as refugees, as spies and scouts, or in military camps. It also looks at the literature on the miscellaneous topics of women in public, wives of politicians and military commanders, family life, and women on the wrong side of the law.
