The Twelve Month's Volunteer

A classic account of the Mexican War by an American horse soldier
The author of this book-now rare and hard to find on the antiquarian book market-has left posterity a substantial and in depth insight into the war between the United States and Mexico. He has combined an overview of its causes, its campaign and its terrain with his own experiences as a serving cavalryman-a Twelve Months Volunteer-of the 1st Tennessee Cavalry Regiment, a proud member of Company 'G'-the Eagle Guards. This thorough book has been divided into two volumes for this modern edition. Filled with useful information, regimental rolls and casualty lists together with highly entertaining first hand account experiences, immediate dialogue and much anecdotal material. This book will an invaluable find for any enthusiastic student of this conflict.