Author: Samuel S. Hildebrand
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Missouri
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand, the Renowned Missouri Bushwhacker ... Being His Complete Confession
Author: Samuel S. Hildebrand
Publisher: Palala Press
ISBN: 9781378004753
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
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Publisher: Palala Press
ISBN: 9781378004753
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand
Author: Samuel S. Hildebrand
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Missouri
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Missouri
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand
Author: Samuel S. Hildebrand
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Samuel S. Hildebrand's 'Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand' is a compelling firsthand account of the author's experiences as a notorious Confederate guerrilla fighter during the American Civil War. Hildebrand's writing style is stark and unapologetic, mirroring the harsh realities of war that he faced. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of battles, betrayals, and personal struggles, providing readers with a unique perspective on the chaotic and violent nature of the Civil War era. Hildebrand's autobiography stands out as a valuable historical document that sheds light on the turbulent times in which he lived. His raw and unfiltered storytelling makes this book a captivating read for history enthusiasts and those interested in Civil War narratives. Samuel S. Hildebrand's personal account offers a firsthand glimpse into the life of a Confederate guerrilla fighter, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this tumultuous period in American history.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Samuel S. Hildebrand's 'Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand' is a compelling firsthand account of the author's experiences as a notorious Confederate guerrilla fighter during the American Civil War. Hildebrand's writing style is stark and unapologetic, mirroring the harsh realities of war that he faced. The narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of battles, betrayals, and personal struggles, providing readers with a unique perspective on the chaotic and violent nature of the Civil War era. Hildebrand's autobiography stands out as a valuable historical document that sheds light on the turbulent times in which he lived. His raw and unfiltered storytelling makes this book a captivating read for history enthusiasts and those interested in Civil War narratives. Samuel S. Hildebrand's personal account offers a firsthand glimpse into the life of a Confederate guerrilla fighter, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this tumultuous period in American history.
BUSHWHACKER: Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand
Author: Samuel S. HIldebrand
Publisher: BIG BYTE BOOKS
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 295
Book Description
Bushwhackers in the American Civil War operated as guerrillas, outside the normal chain of military command. Like William Clarke Quantrill and "Bloody Bill" Anderson, Samuel Hildebrand was a proud Missouri bushwhacker. In this long out of print book, Hildebrand describes raids and executions his band of men carried out. He remained at the end of the war and unreconstructed rebel and fervent racist. Like many of his southern brethren who fought, he never owned slaves but kept a captured black man with him after the war. This self-serving but fascinating account is a valuable addition to the canon of Civil War literature. In it, Hildebrand claims that others have tried to tell his story but have gotten it wrong, so he has a notarized statement by prominent men included as verification of authenticity. Every memoir of the American Civil War provides us with another view of the catastrophe that changed the country forever.
Publisher: BIG BYTE BOOKS
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 295
Book Description
Bushwhackers in the American Civil War operated as guerrillas, outside the normal chain of military command. Like William Clarke Quantrill and "Bloody Bill" Anderson, Samuel Hildebrand was a proud Missouri bushwhacker. In this long out of print book, Hildebrand describes raids and executions his band of men carried out. He remained at the end of the war and unreconstructed rebel and fervent racist. Like many of his southern brethren who fought, he never owned slaves but kept a captured black man with him after the war. This self-serving but fascinating account is a valuable addition to the canon of Civil War literature. In it, Hildebrand claims that others have tried to tell his story but have gotten it wrong, so he has a notarized statement by prominent men included as verification of authenticity. Every memoir of the American Civil War provides us with another view of the catastrophe that changed the country forever.
Autobiography of Samuel S. Hildebrand
Author: Kirby Ross
Publisher: University of Arkansas Press
ISBN: 1557288771
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Most Civil War historians now agree that the guerrilla conflict shaped the entire war in significant ways. Some of these “bushwhackers”—Nathan Bedford Forrest, William Clarke Quantrill, John Singleton Mosby—have become quite infamous. Illiterate Sam Hildebrand, one of Missouri’s most notorious guerrillas—often compared to “Rob Roy,” and the subject of dime novels—was one of the few to survive the war and have his story taken down and published. Shortly after this he was killed in a barroom brawl. “I make no apology to mankind for my acts of retaliation; I make no whining appeal to the world for sympathy. I sought revenge and I found it; the key of hell was not suffered to rust in the lock while I was on the war path.” —Sam Hildebrand Hildebrand’s reign of terror gave the Union army fits and kept much of the Trans-Mississippi, especially Missouri, roiling in the 1860s. Over seven years of fighting he and his men killed dozens of soldiers and civilians, whites and blacks; he claimed to have killed nearly one hundred himself. He was accused of many heinous acts. The historical significance of Hildebrand’s story is substantial, but his bloody tale is eminently readable and stands quite well on its own as a cold-blooded portrait of a violent time in American history. Like the nightmarish and depraved world of the Kid in Cormac McCarthy’s novel Blood Meridian, Hildebrand’s world is truly ruthless and his story is brutally descriptive in its coolly detached rendering of one man’s personal war. Published in 1870, Hildebrand’s autobiography has long been out of print and has been a rare and highly prized acquisition among Civil War
Publisher: University of Arkansas Press
ISBN: 1557288771
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Most Civil War historians now agree that the guerrilla conflict shaped the entire war in significant ways. Some of these “bushwhackers”—Nathan Bedford Forrest, William Clarke Quantrill, John Singleton Mosby—have become quite infamous. Illiterate Sam Hildebrand, one of Missouri’s most notorious guerrillas—often compared to “Rob Roy,” and the subject of dime novels—was one of the few to survive the war and have his story taken down and published. Shortly after this he was killed in a barroom brawl. “I make no apology to mankind for my acts of retaliation; I make no whining appeal to the world for sympathy. I sought revenge and I found it; the key of hell was not suffered to rust in the lock while I was on the war path.” —Sam Hildebrand Hildebrand’s reign of terror gave the Union army fits and kept much of the Trans-Mississippi, especially Missouri, roiling in the 1860s. Over seven years of fighting he and his men killed dozens of soldiers and civilians, whites and blacks; he claimed to have killed nearly one hundred himself. He was accused of many heinous acts. The historical significance of Hildebrand’s story is substantial, but his bloody tale is eminently readable and stands quite well on its own as a cold-blooded portrait of a violent time in American history. Like the nightmarish and depraved world of the Kid in Cormac McCarthy’s novel Blood Meridian, Hildebrand’s world is truly ruthless and his story is brutally descriptive in its coolly detached rendering of one man’s personal war. Published in 1870, Hildebrand’s autobiography has long been out of print and has been a rare and highly prized acquisition among Civil War
Under the Black Flag
Author: Kit Dalton
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781090499820
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Originally published in 1914, this is Kit Dalton's memoirs of his time serving under William Quantrell during the American Civil War and his time as a border outlaw following the surrender of the Confederate States.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781090499820
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Originally published in 1914, this is Kit Dalton's memoirs of his time serving under William Quantrell during the American Civil War and his time as a border outlaw following the surrender of the Confederate States.
Jack Hinson's One-Man War
Author: Tom McKenney
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
ISBN: 9781455606467
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
The true story of one man's reluctant but relentless war against the invaders of his country.A quiet, wealthy plantation owner, Jack Hinson watched the start of the Civil War with disinterest. Opposed to secession and a friend to Union and Confederate commanders alike, he did not want a war. After Union soldiers seized and murdered his sons, placing their decapitated heads on the gateposts of his estate, Hinson could remain indifferent no longer. He commissioned a special rifle for long-range accuracy, he took to the woods, and he set out for revenge. This remarkable biography presents the story of Jack Hinson, a lone Confederate sniper who, at the age of 57, waged a personal war on Grant's army and navy. The result of 15 years of scholarship, this meticulously researched and beautifully written work is the only account of Hinson's life ever recorded and involves an unbelievable cast of characters, including the Earp brothers, Jesse James, and Nathan Bedford Forrest.
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
ISBN: 9781455606467
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
The true story of one man's reluctant but relentless war against the invaders of his country.A quiet, wealthy plantation owner, Jack Hinson watched the start of the Civil War with disinterest. Opposed to secession and a friend to Union and Confederate commanders alike, he did not want a war. After Union soldiers seized and murdered his sons, placing their decapitated heads on the gateposts of his estate, Hinson could remain indifferent no longer. He commissioned a special rifle for long-range accuracy, he took to the woods, and he set out for revenge. This remarkable biography presents the story of Jack Hinson, a lone Confederate sniper who, at the age of 57, waged a personal war on Grant's army and navy. The result of 15 years of scholarship, this meticulously researched and beautifully written work is the only account of Hinson's life ever recorded and involves an unbelievable cast of characters, including the Earp brothers, Jesse James, and Nathan Bedford Forrest.
Hildebrand: Missouri's Most Dangerous Bushwhacker
Author: Samuel S. Hildebrand
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781795367905
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
There are three parts to this book. Part One is an Introduction by Charles M. Province. Part Two is a reprint of the Autobiography or "confession" of Samuel S. Hildebrand as compiled, written, and published by James W. Evans and A. Wendell Keith. Because Sam was illiterate, he narrated his "book" to Evans and Keith who transcribed and compiled Sam's stories for publication. Part Three is a facsimile reproduction of an extremely rare DeWitt "Dime Novel" published in New York City in 1869. It's a "Ten Cent Romance" by Col. Cris Forrest. The story is told out of chronological order, it confuses many details of Sam's life, and the "romance" is quite absurd. But, such was the case during the "wild west" era. Publishers were more concerned with selling a cracking good yarn than they were with telling the truth.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781795367905
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
There are three parts to this book. Part One is an Introduction by Charles M. Province. Part Two is a reprint of the Autobiography or "confession" of Samuel S. Hildebrand as compiled, written, and published by James W. Evans and A. Wendell Keith. Because Sam was illiterate, he narrated his "book" to Evans and Keith who transcribed and compiled Sam's stories for publication. Part Three is a facsimile reproduction of an extremely rare DeWitt "Dime Novel" published in New York City in 1869. It's a "Ten Cent Romance" by Col. Cris Forrest. The story is told out of chronological order, it confuses many details of Sam's life, and the "romance" is quite absurd. But, such was the case during the "wild west" era. Publishers were more concerned with selling a cracking good yarn than they were with telling the truth.
Bloody Bill Anderson
Author: Thomas Goodrich
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811745384
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
The first-ever biography of the perpetrator of the Centralia and Baxter Springs Massacres, as well as innumerable atrocities during the Civil War in the West.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811745384
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
The first-ever biography of the perpetrator of the Centralia and Baxter Springs Massacres, as well as innumerable atrocities during the Civil War in the West.
Civil War on the Missouri-Kansas Border
Author: Donald Gilmore
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
ISBN: 9781455602308
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
During the Civil War, the western front was the scene of some of that conflictï¿1/2s bloodiest and most barbaric encounters as Union raiders and Confederate guerrillas pursued each other from farm to farm with equal disregard for civilian casualties. Historical accounts of these events overwhelmingly favor the victorious Union standpoint, characterizing the Southern fighters as wanton, unprincipled savages. But in fact, as the author, himself a descendant of Union soldiers, discovered, the bushwhackersï¿1/2 violent reactions were understandable, given the reign of terror they endured as a result of Lincolnï¿1/2s total war in the West. In reexamining many of the long-held historical assumptions about this period, Gilmore discusses President Lincolnï¿1/2s utmost desire to keep Missouri in the Union by any and all means. As early as 1858, Kansan and Union troops carried out unbridled confiscation or destruction of Missouri private property, until the state became known as "the burnt region." These outrages escalated to include martial law throughout Missouri and finally the infamous General Orders Number 11 of September 1863 in which Union general Thomas Ewing, federal commander of the region, ordered the deportation of the entire population of the border counties. It is no wonder that, faced with the loss of their farms and their livelihoods, Missourians struck back with equal force.
Publisher: Pelican Publishing
ISBN: 9781455602308
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
During the Civil War, the western front was the scene of some of that conflictï¿1/2s bloodiest and most barbaric encounters as Union raiders and Confederate guerrillas pursued each other from farm to farm with equal disregard for civilian casualties. Historical accounts of these events overwhelmingly favor the victorious Union standpoint, characterizing the Southern fighters as wanton, unprincipled savages. But in fact, as the author, himself a descendant of Union soldiers, discovered, the bushwhackersï¿1/2 violent reactions were understandable, given the reign of terror they endured as a result of Lincolnï¿1/2s total war in the West. In reexamining many of the long-held historical assumptions about this period, Gilmore discusses President Lincolnï¿1/2s utmost desire to keep Missouri in the Union by any and all means. As early as 1858, Kansan and Union troops carried out unbridled confiscation or destruction of Missouri private property, until the state became known as "the burnt region." These outrages escalated to include martial law throughout Missouri and finally the infamous General Orders Number 11 of September 1863 in which Union general Thomas Ewing, federal commander of the region, ordered the deportation of the entire population of the border counties. It is no wonder that, faced with the loss of their farms and their livelihoods, Missourians struck back with equal force.