The Thinking Bayonet

“The Thinking Bayonet” offers a compelling first-person account of the American Civil War through the eyes of James Kendall Hosmer, a soldier and scholar. Originally published in 1865, this narrative provides a unique perspective on the war’s events, blending personal experiences with insightful reflections. Hosmer’s writing captures the intensity and complexity of the conflict, offering readers a vivid glimpse into the life of a Union soldier. A valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the Civil War, “The Thinking Bayonet” remains a testament to the enduring power of individual stories in understanding monumental events.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.