A "Guest" of the Confederacy: The Civil War Letters and Diaries of Alonzo M. Keeler, Captain, Company B, Twenty-second Michigan Infantry | 
| Authors: Robert D. Allen, Cheryl J. Allen
Publisher: Cold Tree Press
Category: Book
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Media: Hardcover
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Pages: 230
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 0.7
ISBN: 1583852697
Dewey Decimal Number: 973
EAN: 9781583852699
ASIN: 1583852697
Publication Date: April 30, 2008
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EXCELLENT June 28, 2008
Excellent! Well defined, well written, and precise in the accounts of A. M. Keeler during the American Civil War, pre, during and post the war. The Allen's put heart and soul into this book, and is simply a must read for any and all Civil War historians. We all read, we all study, and we all try to remember, but without a good story-line we forget, this book makes the imprint, and the feel for what took place at the time. The book compliments the historical regiment known as the Michigan 22nd. Douglas M. Casamer, Author "The Michigan 22nd Infantry and the Men Who Served".
A "Guest"of the Confederacy June 27, 2008
I have never been a student of American history and have regretted that fact many times. Reading this greatly researched and well written book was just wonderful for someone like me. I have loved reading every detail of Keeler's confinement.There were a lot of facts that surprised me such as his family and friends sending him money, food and other items. It must have been extremely difficult for them to accomplish that in those times.
I graduated from Armada Agricultural High School and was so surprised to find out that he taught there after his service. It was exciting to read names and places that are familiar to me having grown up in Macomb County.
Write another book,Bob and Cheryl!!
A "Guest" Of The Confederacy June 26, 2008
An easy read, this day by day account of the life of Captain Alonzo M. Keeler, a "Guest" of the Confederacy, paints a vivid picture of a Michigan soldier's experiences in a Confederate prison camp.
William & Muriel Beltz, Israel B. Richardson Civil War Roundtable
Review of "A 'Guest' of the Confederacy" June 25, 2008
Any serious study of a battle or regiment is enhanced when the conditions the troops fought under can be included. Because so much time was spent in camp as compared to actual time spent in battle, to understand how the weather, terrain and health of the soldiers contributed to the outcome, adds depth and texture to the strategies of military maneuvers. Bob and Cherie Allen have brought together Captain Alonzo Keeler's diary, letters and speeches to the GAR to provide us with just such a look into the daily life of a 22nd Michigan Union Officer. Captain Keeler's own words illustrated the highs and lows of his confinement in Libby prison and, after the war, his return to civilian life. His depth of feeling and dedication to his regiment never wavered. This book is a great companion piece to anyone studying battles involving the 22nd Michigan.
-Bill Grandstaff, Facilitator, Israel B. Richardson Civil War Roundtable
Very informative and interesting June 23, 2008
Very well written. The investigation and detail show the author's extensive knowledge of the Civil War. The many original diary entries show this book's authenticity and helps you to empathize with the emotions of Keeler as well as the many trials that the soldiers faced on a daily basis.
Great for the history buff who wants factual details about the Civil War.
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