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The Epic Journey of the Second Rhode Island Cavalry: From New Orleans to Port Hudson and the Unraveling of a Regiment
Paperback
Asian American StudiesSouth America
Publisher Price: $28.99
Publisher: C. M.
Published: Dec 1 2023
Pages: 90
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Embark on a riveting historical journey with The Epic Journey of the Second Rhode Island Cavalry. This meticulously researched book unveils the dramatic and untold story of a cavalry regiment's formation, trials, and ultimate deactivation during the American Civil War.
- Activated by gubernatorial order in August 1862, the Second Rhode Island Cavalry initially formed as a battalion under Major Augustus W. Corliss in Providence.
- Swift volunteer response led to the regiment's full-size formation by November 1862, setting the stage for its active participation in the Department of the Gulf at New Orleans.
- Engaged in reconnaissance and patrol duties in Banks' command, the regiment played a crucial role in the initial move on Port Hudson in March 1863.
- Responding to the critical need for cavalry, the unit moved west of the Mississippi, attempting to outflank Confederate positions, with subsequent deployments to Alexandria, Louisiana.
- Major Robert C. Anthony's illness prompted a defensive move to Brashear City, where a Confederate drive led to a surprise attack, resulting in the capture of the garrison.
- Battling casualties, sickness, and desertions, the regiment faced consolidation, deactivation, and a mutiny against Colonel Harold Robinson, challenging the order.
- Robinson's harsh response to the mutiny, including the execution of two ringleaders, stirred strong sentiments in Providence.
- Despite public outcry, a Court of Inquiry acquitted Robinson, revealing the complexities of wartime command decisions.
- Delve into the fascinating task of tracing a unit's history during the American Civil War, with a particular focus on the Second Rhode Island Cavalry.
- The narrative spans the entire life cycle of the regiment, from activation in Providence in April 1862 to deactivation in Thibodaux, Louisiana, in August 1863.
- Richly sourced from state officials, military reports, newspapers, and secondary works, the book draws from repositories like the University of Rhode Island and the Providence Public Library.
- Acknowledges the invaluable support of individuals who contributed to the completion of this work.
The Epic Journey of the Second Rhode Island Cavalry offers readers an immersive exploration of a tumultuous period in American history, providing fresh insights into the challenges faced by a cavalry regiment during the Civil War. Don't miss this captivating account of courage, conflict, and the human spirit in times of upheaval.
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