The Civil War Journals of Col. Homer A. Plimpton 1861 - 1865

These are the personal journals of Homer A. Plimpton, who joined the 39th
Volunteer Regiment of Illinois in 1861 and rose from Private to Colonel of
the regiment. "On April 2nd of 1865, what remained of the 39th participated
in the attack on Fort Gregg, a rebel defense position guarding Petersburg.
Led by Captain Plimpton, the 39th charged the fort, which was made of
earthworks in a semi-circle with a deep moat in front. The 1889 regimental
history has this to say about Homer: 'His career as a soldier was noticeable
for the unwearied attention to duty of whatever kind and was remarkable
as an example of rapid and well-deserved promotion'."
Charles Stanley, student of the 39th regiment and Chicago based reporter.
The Mural on the front cover is the Battle of Fort Gregg, used by permission
of the US National Park Service.