Four Years in the Stonewall Brigade, John O. Casler
Four Years in the Stonewall Brigade, John O. Casler
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Four Years in the Stonewall Brigade

Author: John O. Casler

Narrator: Brian Holsopple

Unabridged: 11 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/06/2016

Synopsis

Every memoir of the American Civil War provides us with another view of the catastrophe that changed the country forever. But this is one of the clearest and most informative ever put to paper.As a commander in Stonewall Jackson’s brigade, John Casler experienced all the horrors and comedy of the American Civil War. His time was not so different from his countrymen on the other side, with the exception of point of view.“I was no secessionist, and hoped the trouble would be settled without recourse to arms; but when the war came I shouldered my musket in behalf of my native State and defended her to the last.”Drawn from his diary at the time, Casler recounts his experiences in the ranks, from marches and looting to nail-biting escapades and the monotony of life as a prisoner of war. Four Years in the Stonewall Brigade is a remarkable account of men in war, graphically bringing to light the challenges they faced on a daily basis.

About John O. Casler

John O. Casler (1838–1926) was an American soldier and author born in Frederick County, Virginia. While he had left the family home at age twenty-one, when it seemed that war was imminent he returned and enlisted in the Confederate States Army in June 1861. Following the war he emigrated to Sherman, Texas.

About Brian Holsopple

Brian Holsopple has been in the voice-over and audio business for more than twenty years. His commercial client list includes Discover Channel, Virginia Lottery, and City Bank of Texas, among others. A winner of the 2007 Publisher’s Weekly Audiobook Award, he has narrated books for Arthur C. Clarke, Henry Wiencek, and Jay Rubenstein.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sweetwilliam

This is a very readable memoir of John Casler. He was a foot soldier, a pioneer (engineer), a part time deserter and he longed to be in the cavalry. He finally got his wish to join the cavalry and was soon captured and ended the Civil War in a POW camp. I've heard it said that "Nostalgia is a dirty......more

Goodreads review by Jeff

This is the dairy and recollections of a one John Overton Casler. It is a great story of the time he spent in the Confederate uniform. The pride he had for serving under Jackson is emblematic. Jackson was a true leader and showed great compassion and concern for the welfare of his men before, during......more

Goodreads review by Monte

This is a most enjoyable book which outlines the author's experiences during the Civil War. The beauty of the book is how it gives the reader the story of what the soldiers did between fighting. It speaks about hunting for food, going home, and other daily events. It is very readable and gives a tru......more

Goodreads review by Ira

Phenomenal book taken from his diaries that he kept while an infantryman in Stonewall's brigade. Unlike the commander's memories, this gives you a more personal account and daily activities of the Civil War soldier. What really was amazing was his description of one of the Winters and the snowball fi......more

Goodreads review by Russell G Edwards

Excellent account by one who was there John Casler describes his experiences as an active member of the brigade. Casler lived through many terrible battles and his love and respect for Stonewall are reflected in this account.......more

Quotes

“I can vouch for the similarity and lifelike experiences–not exaggerated, but plain facts jotted down at the time and from careful thought.” J. M. McSherry, captain, Second Virginia Volunteer Infantry

“As illustrating the daily life of a soldier in the ranks, it is one of the very best publications I have read. I found it a vivid reminder of the days gone by.” E. M. Schutte, sergeant, Thirteenth Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry

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