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Fighting Joe; Or, The Fortunes of a Staff Officer. A Story of the Great…

Fighting Joe; Or, The Fortunes of a Staff Officer. A Story of the Great…

Oliver Optic

Fighting Joe; Or, The Fortunes of a Staff Officer is a historical novel by Oliver Optic, written in the mid-19th century. It follows Captain Thomas Somers, a staff officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War, detailing his adventures and experiences in the field. The narrative emphasizes themes of loyalty, conduct of life, and patriotism, making it a notable work in juvenile fiction related to the Civil War era.

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