Recollections of a Confederate Staff Officer
1905

Recollections of a Confederate Staff Officer
1905
Recollections of a Confederate Staff Officer, published in 1905 by G. Moxley Sorrel, is a personal narrative detailing the author's experiences as a staff officer in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War (1861-1865). Sorrel served closely with General James Longstreet and witnessed key battles such as Manassas, Gettysburg, and Petersburg. His memoir provides insights into military life, relationships with notable commanders, and the dynamics within the Confederate Army, making it a significant historical document enriched with personal anecdotes and humor.
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“Franklin was in great masses before Jackson, and before mounting, Longstreet called out, “Jackson, what are you going to do with all those people over there?” “Sir,” said Stonewall, with great fire and spirit, “we will give them the bayonet.””
— G. Moxley Sorrel
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