Released in the 1920's, Missourians enjoyed this true story as told by
Grimes, The book begins with a recounting of Grimes’ association with Samuel
Clemens and their first organization of Rebel cavalrymen - with "Mark
Twain" on his mule! Fantastic accounts, breath taking escapes. Reprint, 216
pages, $16.95
By Parthenia Antonette Hague. A description of daily life on a southern
plantation during the Civil War, which details methods of making dyes and
preparing foods, as well as race relations. Soft cover. 192 pages. $14.95
This book is vital to all historians, re-enactors, or members of any military
history organization. This text is the very first organization of Missouri
troops within the Confederacy; The Missouri State Guard. It details command
structure, how to and how not to. Booklet form. 80 pages. $5.95.
(Note: This book ends May 14th, 1861. See General Price Order and Letter Book
for the picking up of this organization and it's fufillment. The Letter Book
details the actual putting in place of the early forces and commanders, details
some court-martials, orders, letters. etc...Starting on May 16th, 1861 and ends
in early May, 1862.)
in 1889. A barrel of laughs! Graphic
cartoons of these detestable creatures of human nature! "He was the friend
that always stuck," stated ex-Confederate Geo.W. Pierce. 43 pgs. $4.50
By Stanley Horn, with forward by Albert Casteel. The Army of Tennessee, with whom many Missourians fought, "left it's bloody footprints across the soil of Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, Georgia, Alabama, and North and South Carolina. It marched more miles than any other single body of Confederate troops, covering an area approximately 300 by 600 miles and carried it's battle flag to the banks of the Ohio river." This book details in simple language the movements of one of the most famous armies of the times. Known for their valor, although commanded at times by inept, quick-tempered
officers, it's history is one of unblemished valor. 428 pages. Soft cover. End notes. fully indexed. $24.95 and well worth study by historians and students of America's Civil War.
This capture of southern soldiers was the largest to ever take place during
the Civil War in Missouri. These raw recruits were headed for "Price’s
Army." Reports differ as to the actual number of prisoners taken that
December, 1861, day, some say 600, other state over 1300. Joanne Eakin has
compiled a list of 736 men from National Archives files. Many references to the
event. Soft-cover, 35 pgs, indexed; great reference at $5.50
The complete title is "The Battle of
the Blue and the 2nd Regiment* K.S.M.*October 22, 2025 * The Fight* The
Captivity* The Escape*.. The author of the book is James W. Steele. Printed
in 1896, it was written with the express purpose of honoring the Kansas Regiment
and those men who served within the ranks, at the dedication of the historical
monument in Gage Park, Topeka, Kansas. The book details in depth, the
involvement of the Second Kansas State Militia at Westport and just prior to
that fight, the battle of Big. Blue River. Rosters, casualty lists, etc. on the
Kansas Regiment. Wonderful tribute and outstanding story. 156 pages, sc, $14.95
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Two Trails is pleased to announce the reprint of this
valuable work. M. Jeff Thompson commanded the Missouri
State Guards in Southeast Missouri. U.S. grant commanded the U.S. Army of
Southeast Missouri. Outnumbered four to one, Thompson’s Missourians met Grants
Yankee’s at Fredericktown, south of St. Louis on October 21, 1861. They
inflicted damages four to one upon the Yankee’s. The battle was strictly
Missouri troops against United States forces. Both Thompson and Grant would
claim victory. This documented history, when first written, furnished true facts
and proves which general was correct in claiming an over all victory. 153 pages.
$15.00
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By Joanne C. Eakin. Brand new title. This battle has long been ignored
by historians and now Ms. Eakin has brought it back to life. The confrontation
took place around the Historic Square of Independence in August of 1862. The
fore runner of Lone Jack the next week. The book is softcover, 51/2 X 8 $13.95
Fully indexed; many historical photographs; well researched explanatory maps.
TOP NOTCH WORK!
By Joanne C. Eakin. This has been a long time in the
works, and well worth waiting for! Fought on August 16, 1862, this engagement
has never had a full history compiled. The book contains first-hand accounts,
troop rosters of those involved, known casualties, details of the battle, etc.
Many personal experiences are related. Photos, illustrations, full index. 8 1/2
x 8 inch. 308 pages includes the index. $14.95.
And yes, the famous Missourians were there, when
Major John C. Breckenridge and Major Franz Sigel squared off, with disastrous
results. Of the Missourians a bunch went in and only a handful came out alive.
Mr. Davis has done excellent work. He captures the moment in this history and
produces a definitive work. Hardcover edition, 288 pgs- 38 photos- 7 maps.
$19.00
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Text was taken from the eyes of her ancester, Dr. Seymour D.
Carpenter as
a participant in this famous battle. Additional information is included as taken
from Capt. Mackey’s report as Price’s engineer, and a contributing witness
in the inquiry into Price’s raid. Softcover, 47 pgs. $4.50
Pilot Knob;
The Thermopylae of the West * * * *
Original reprint.
Compiled
by Cyrus A. Peterson and Joseph Mills Hanson in 1914.
Original
introduction and an added one by Walter Busch, curator of Fort Davidson
State Historic Battlefield. Movements are followed by first hand
accounts of the participants. Primarily the 2nd MSM, Montgomery’s
battery, 2nd Mo. Light Artillery, the 47th MSM.
Wonderful descriptive terms, told in their own words, these many
contributors detail the famous battle that was Price’s first objective
on his glorified raid of 1864. 270 pgs of text, plus the telegrams that
survived are given in a special section.. Fully indexed, photo’s..
$16.95 See also Iowa Boy Makes Good
The battle that wasn’t. Joanne Eakin researched the first skirmish of
violence in Jackson County, Missouri in 1861. This was the first meeting of men,
of natural opposite persuasions and you can imagine what happened next. Good
little booklet. soft-cover booklet, stapled, $2.50
Carolyn Bartels researched the Wilson’s Creek records within the Official
Records and naturally she rehashed the whole idea behind the downfall of the
Union troops. Then she sorted out who was who, and who fought with who in this
battle. See if you agree. soft-cover, $5.50
Another by William C. Davis. Well documented; colorful maps,
illustration and easy to read text explaining the actions, within this oversized
volume. A must have for the home library. $19.95..
By William Larkin Webb. First published in 1900, this book is now a classic
and has been reprinted by Oak Hill Publishing Co., of Springfield, Mo. Excellent
biographies of men taken from interviews. From the opening shots of the War in
Missouri to the last encounter of 1864, where, "History will not condemn
Price for saving his army." Good photo’s, 423 pages soft-cover
edition $22.00.
Originally written by Bevier in 1879 and reprinted by Two Trails in 1997. The
wonderfully written famous old book all Missourians enjoyed in the early years
following the
war. Text follows Bevier and his men throughout the war. Filled
with stories of humor and tragedy. This is probably one of the most honest,
uncolored works, detailing this famous brigade and its men. It is widely used as
reference by many serious authors on war in Missouri. It is written without
malice, but with truthful accounts of happenings, running the full spectrum of
emotions.. The book contains 480
pages, indexed. Soft-cover at $24.95. Hard
cover $34.95
Behind Enemy
LinesThe memoirs and writings of Brig. Genl. Sidney Jackman
An important
contribution to the historiography of the Civil War in the
Trans-Mississippi. Marked by wit and candor, Jackman’s writings
provide insights into the small unit actions and guerrilla skirmishes
which typified the war in Missouri. Includes the unknown recording of
the battle of Lone Jack. Compiled and arranged by Rick Norton of Oak
Hills Publishing. Foot-notes, fully indexed, a wonderful addition to
your library at, $16.95
By Carolyn M.
Bartels. The wife, the mother, the sister and the sweetheart all bade
adieu to their loved ones, cheering them on with words of love and
encouragement, then turned toward their lonely homes to take up the tasks
that had been those of the stronger. They shouldered the burdens, met the
responsibilities, endured the privations, all the while hoping and praying
for their loved ones on the battlefront. Many of these brave women had
been reared in wealth and luxury with servants to do their every bidding
and had never known any kind of manual labor, but, when necessity demanded
their aid, they willingly laid hold with untrained their hands and and met
every challenge with that indomitable courage born of true patriotism.
These are their stories. Indexed. 208 pages. $13.95
True
Tales - The Civil War in Missouri
By Carolyn M.
Bartels. The beautiful state of Missouri played host to over 1162 recorded
engagements during the four long years of Civil War within it's borders.
This historic era, though tragic, held it's humorous events and it's
tragedy. From this, some wonderful stories have emerged, enough to fill
several volumes of such works. We are proud to present the second in our
series of Civil War stories. The men of Missouri answered their call to
arms and when it was all over there was left for posterity some of
histories most famous legends...the James brothers, the dashing cavalry
officer, JO Shelby, the legends of Wm. Quantrill and 'Bloody Bill
Anderson' and the list goes on and on. Indexed. 255 pages.
$14.95.
By Hondon B. Hargrove. Powerful and excellent reference work. Photo’s,
Bibl. section, tables, etc. Hardcover edition, fully indexed. 270
pages. $39.95
Beyond The Adobe Walls
By Sister Patricia Manion SL
Research on her first book, Only One Heart, introduced "PJ",
as she is known to her friends, to the work of the Sisters of Loretto in New
Mexico. During that time she taught at Our Lady of Light Academy where she says,
"I fell in love with the students and Santa Fe." Two years ago, after
years of teaching in Illinois and Colorado, she returned to Santa Fe to write
Beyond the Adobe Walls. In the years between she studied Jungian Psychology in
Switzerland and gave workshops on dreams and the Individuation process.
Currently she is finishing a book about the Sisters of Loretto in China. Soft
cover. 200 pages. Fully indexed. $14.50.
Written by Albert Castel and Tom Goodrich, whose view differ greatly, this book has sparked reviews of
extraordinary number and conception of the work. Folks, we will not pass
judgment! You be the judge on this new outlook. Hardcover $24.95
The Civil War Story of Bloody Bill Anderson
by Larry Wood
Although
William "Bloody Bill" Anderson always warrants special mention
in books about Confederate Civil War guerrilla William Quantrill,
Anderson's story has scarcely been told in it's own right. In this
publication Larry Wood aims "neither to condemn nor to justify,
but, merely to tell a story that I find fascinating - the story of
perhaps the bloodiest man in America's deadliest war." Soft cover.
271 pages. Indexed. $22.95
Boys of the Best Families in the State
By Bob Schmidt.
"Accepting a challenge made
in 1999 for a book on Missouri Confederates, I have chosen Company E, 2nd
Missouri Cavalry. My portrayal of the men of Company E is in three segments.
First: biographic profiles on each soldier, their background and lives after the
Civil War are researched as well as possible. Second: the soldiers wartime
career is researched from service records, letters home, stories handed down,
etc. Third: wartime conditions as they are reported to have existed in Southeast
Missouri - from the very homes of those men in Company E - is used
whenever possible. Through a
comfortable mix of history and genealogy, a better
understanding of our war - the American Civil War - will hopefully emerge".
Soft Cover, 456 pages, extensive source pages, fully indexed. $29.95.
By Carolyn M. Bartels. It is aptly
described by "While the country will long mourn the loss of the
officers and men who fell as brave martyrs to our cause, the historians of this
revolution will record them as 'the bravest of the brave." M.M.Parsons.
Pindall led his men into the thickest of battles, operating as advance on most
occasions. The first ones in and the last ones out. Battle reports detailing
involvements, as full a roster as could be located, casualty lists, desertions,
promotions , and surrender. 106 pages. $12.95. Soft Cover
Authored by William H. Leckie. The most complete history of these men and
their fights. One was pressed to endure those times. Thrilling tribute to a
valiant, proud corp. Soft-cover $14.95
A complete history of Camp Jackson from the beginning of the State troops and
their various units in Missouri up through 1861. From the files of the Missouri
State Archives. Hundreds of men enlisted and went through these gates. From
Joanne C. Eakin, available in sc, stapled center, 50 pages, indexed. $9.00
By James E. McGhee. Jim again does an excellent job on this primary source
material. Included is everything that appeared on the data cards within the roster. The text is derived from two diaries, which tell of day to day activities of Jeffer's 8th Cavalry. Fully foot-noted and indexed. Soft-cover. $14.95.
Charles Harris, has researched the Charles Hart, long described in many
accounts as actually William Quantrill. Documentation is all convincing, but the
actual proof is in the written word. Harris has done a commendable project with
this small booklet. Researchers of Quantrill will find this most interesting. 8
½ X 11, stapled. $3.50
By Thurman Wilkins. "This deeply researched,
fascinating portrayal of the Ridges provides a much-needed broadening of our
perspective of perhaps the greatest and saddest epic of Indian-White history
in the United States. It is indispensable to the scholar, but, also,
enthralling and eye-opening to the general reader. A notable work,
indeed!" ---Alvin M. Josephy, JR. Excellent reference work. Soft Cover. $21.95
By Edward Everett Dale and Gaston Litton. The 200 letters
in this book chronicle more than forty years of history in the old Cherokee
Nation --- from removal through the Civil War to Reconstruction --- as
recorded in the correspondence of the Ridge-Watie-Boudinot families. The
minority leaders of the nation, they were better known as "The Treaty
Party". In 1835 they agreed to the removal of the Cherokee Nation to
the Indian Territory. As a consequence the family leaders were assassinated
by the opposing faction under Chief John Ross. The book details the lives
and thoughts of such men as John Rollin Ridge, who followed the gold rush to
California, Gen. Stan Watie., the Confederate General, and E.C. Boudinot,
the Cherokee delegate to the Confederate congress. The Journal of American
History calls this book -"A valuable contribution to an intriguing
phase of Oklahoma and Indian history". Soft cover. 320 pages.
$13.95
Wilson’s Creek, Pea Ridge, Blue Mills, Morristown, Sugar Creek, Carthage,
Elk Horn Tavern, Lexington, Drywood. Researched from National Archives. This
list is also included within indexes of Forgotten Men. Softcover. $3.50
By Robert E. Kennedy and Robert Lotspeich. Letters and
diaries that were kept by those who were participants of the Civil War are very
much in demand for historical study. The first hand experiences of these men and
women are very important for us to read and try to understand how they felt and
survived the horrible events of which they were a part. With a short biography
of Irwin Parker. Published by the Pleasant Hill Historical Society. $15.95
By J. C. Eakin. To be convicted of being a guerrilla during the Civil War in
Missouri meant if he was captured, death was almost immediate. Jones got
captured! He faced charges on, naturally, being one of "those,"
a bushwhacker, a horse thief, bridge burner, stealing slaves for resale and
assisting in capturing a steamboat. Prison life quickly loosened his tongue.
Soft-cover, 50 pages, indexed. $5.50
This one we have read, cover to cover. Informative,
heartbreaking, justice fulfilled. The emotional gamut is fully explored. Well
worth the study. New meaning is given to the oft heard phrase, "They didn't
execute anyone during the Civil War". But, yes, they certainly did!
Hardcover. 246 pages. Indexed. $24.95.
By Bruce Nichols. Johnson
County, located
in the west - central portion of Missouri, was the scene of continuous
guerrilla warfare during the Civil War. It's location, along the
frontier of western settlement near strife-torn Kansas, contributed to
the hostilities. It's population, holding mixed loyalties and differing
political views, was also a source of trouble. Most of the fighting was
guerrilla type warfare. This consisted of Confederate Partisan
operations against Union occupation troops and Federal countermeasures
against the guerrillas. The book details the four years of continual
violence from raids from Kansas, outlaw bands raiding, and the Union
countermeasures in the virtually lawless area. A good read! Indexed. 134
pages. $13.95
The Civil
War In Missouri Day By Day 1861 - 1865
The Missouri Classic! By Carolyn Bartels
Written in 1992,
the book over the years has sold thousands of copies and is considered
by most readers as a Missouri classic. The book is required and
suggested reading for many Missouri Civil War re-enactors groups. From
raids, battles, skirmishes, and the pursuit of the outlaw and guerrilla
bands, the numerous Union scouting parties, right down to the systematic
burning out of southern sympathizers; this book has something for each
reader within its cover. Excellent gift for the Civil War reader.
Soft-cover edition 231 pages $21.95. Hardcover edition $32.95. Autograph
upon request. This book now has a new format and easier to read
composition.
Bet you don’t know how these men were identified prior to
finger-printing? And we aren’t telling. This book is a very valuable research
tool, as many were sent there during the turbulent war years. Compiled by Joanne
C. Eakin. Indexed, 41 pages, $5.50 (Our secret will be revealed when you read
the book!)
Written by Steve Cottrell. From its beginning with the bloody battle of
Wilson’s Creek on August 10, 1861, to its end in surrender on June 23, 1865,
the Civil War in the Indian Territory proved to be a test of valor and endurance
for both sides. Soft-cover with cover art by the famous Missouri artist, Andy Thomas. 112 pages, indexed. $9.95
By Steve Cottrell. On February 23, 1861, Texas seceded from the Union and on
March 2, of that same year, joined the Confederacy. Within a month the Texans
were embroiled in the fighting. The text relates battles of this western front,
the bread basket of the Confederacy. 112 pages, soft-cover & indexed. $9.95
By Ray Colton. An often forgotten area of the Civil War was that which was
fought in the Western Territory of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah. Good
detail. Good book. Soft-cover $1
Written by Jay Monaghan. The first phase of the Civil War was fought west of
the Mississippi River, at least six years before the first shots at Fort Sumter.
It was fought back and forth across the borders of Kansas and Missouri. Great
reference work by a recognized authority on Border War events of those turbulent
years. soft-cover, indexed, $18.00
A collection of light stores, gathered from old, out-of print county
histories and Civil War records. It’s an easy read and
not a lot of heavy thinking is required to enjoy it. Soft-cover, 330 pgs, $15.95
Written by Carolyn Bartels. Fascinating accounts of a strife torn county by
the division of her Pro-Southern and Pro-Union citizens beginning with 1860.
Details activities within Clay county during those four years. It was time to
choose which side you were on. No fence sitters allowed. 69 pgs. Soft-cover. $9.00.
Authored by John C. Waugh.
The book traces a singular group of men from
plebes into important Civil War leaders, and all the while illuminating the
strong connections among them, as well as the power of political events that
place them opposite one another in history and battle. 635 pages, illustrated,
bargain priced at $20.95.
By Lucius Ballinger Northrup.
Ever wonder how all that food got shifted around! And all those
supplies and a somewhat even distribution among all the forces. Political
infighting disrupted it considerably! This is an excellent reference work for
Civil War historians. Hardcover. 356 pages, illustrations and index.
$24.95.
In about 1923, the U.D.C., started collecting veteran’s records across the
state and from many sources. Over 7500 Missouri veterans are represented within
these massive files. Each veterans record contains a varied amount of material,
many going back several generations, with Revolutionary War ancestors and much
family genealogical data included. Other have only a few lines. These records
are extra valuable as they have never before been made available to the general
public for research. Joanne Eakin, compiler is hoping for a total of eight
volumes.
Vol. I Consists of records for veterans with surnames "A" through
"B"
Gary's story of the Missouri First
Confederate Brigade, as seen through the eyes of his great grandfather, Daniel
McKnight, is a stirring and well-researched work that will keep you turning the
pages. His story is a true story.. It consists of real places, real events, and
real people who lived, fought, and died beside him. The broad picture is true
and documented. Only the details are fictionalized to fill in the gaps. Soft
cover. 314 pages, fully indexed. $19.95
Controversial work by Ed E. Leslie. Leslie has drawn all sort of comments and
reviews with this work. For the general part all well received. This has become
probably, next to the Edwards classic Noted Guerrillas, the most widely read book on the
important bushwhacker life of William C. Quantrill. Well researched work.
Soft-cover $18.95.
Civil War Times Illustrated’s Robt. Barr Smith says, "you can’t
go wrong.".. 516 pages, 34 illustrations and 4 maps add to the text.
By Joanne C. Eakin. Captain John Wyatt was prejudiced and opinionated, but
very sympathetic and caring not only to his men, but the prisoners who were
treated in his camp hospitals. Covers all the battles from Wilson’s Creek thru
Lexington. An excellent accounting of the battles, officers involved, route.,
etc. Route maps by Wm. Lay. 62 pgs, indexed. $6.50
A Missouri River town in Lafayette County, Missouri. Listing of events, names
and places, wartime events, stories, gossipy little tid-bits and cemetery
records. By Joanne C. Eakin. 143 pgs sc, index, $16.00
n June of 1846 Susan Magoffin , just a fresh new bride, of a tender eighteen
years, set out with her husband on the adventure of her life, down the Santa Fe
Trail. Unusual in its text, vibrant and you are there with her while reading her
journal. She has
shared her exploits, troubles, loss of a child and heart felt fears. Soft-cover
edition at $15.00
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Written
by William Steward.. In early
nineteenth century Missouri, the duel was the rite of passage for many
young gentlemen seeking prestige and power. In time, however, other
social groups, influenced by the ruling class, engaged in a variety of
violent acts and symbolic challenges under the rubric of the code
duello. In this book, Dick Steward takes an in-depth look at the
evolution of dueling, tracing the origins, course, consequences and
ultimate demise of one of the most deadly art forms in Missouri history.
Fascinating reading! Hard cover. Indexed. 286 pages. $29.95.
Best seller written by Paulette
Jiles. On Good Morning America! All have reviewed this author and her exciting book. Set in
Missouri during the Civil War, the author has written the work
surrounding historical events taking place that shaped Missouri for
generations to come. Simply a good work of research and descriptive
text, Jiles has created a novel that should be considered a classic.
Soft cover. 321 pages. $13.95
By James Gindlesperger. On February 9, 1864, 109 Union officers escaped from
the notorious Libby Prison in Richmond. This was one of the most dramatic escape
in military history. This book also relates the everyday conditions within the
prison and the over all attitudes of many involved. Very graphic in description
and with excellent detail. Hardcover, 272 pages, $24.95 Some rate this as a
fiction book. We found it to be realistic in thought and content.
By Edwin Adams Davis.
Excellent work! Descriptive text which places you on the scene. Descriptive terminology. Shelby had led the Missouri Cavalry Division through numerous battles in the Trans-Mississippi theater. Upon hearing of Lee's surrender, Shelby announced to his men, "We shall stand together, we shall keep our organization, our arms, our discipline, our hatred of oppression." And they did, all the way to Mexico where thrilling times awaited them. Indexed. 5 1/2 x 8 inch format. $14.95. (see also,
The Lost Cause)
By Thos. Snead.
First published in 1886. As Aide-de-Camp to Missouri Governor
Claiborne Jackson, Snead was intimately apprized of all the political decisions
made during the war. After leaving Gov. Jackson, Snead was assigned as Chief of
Ordnance by Genl. Sterling Price and then as Adjutant General. This position he
held until the summer of 1864 when he became a member of the Confederate
Congress. After Price returned from Mexico, he gave his personal military papers
to Snead, for the purpose of compiling a history of the Confederacy in Missouri,
during those early years. This edition, reprinted by Two Trails Publishing, was
specially commissioned by the Mo. Div. S.C.V.. Soft-cover, 315 pages, index with
maps.$17.95
By Mark Scott. Great descriptive little book. Details the events of Missouri's hero on his 1863 raid. Mark wrote this for his thesis and it was so good, he decided to publish it.
Excellent detailed work. 126 pages. Soft-cover. $12.95
A historical novel set in
Missouri's southeastern region. "A treasure trove of gold is found
next to a skeleton with a bullet hole in it's skull!" Swingle
uses the character of Allison Culbertson, a young stylish female attorney,
and no doubt drawing upon his own experiences as the prosecuting attorney
of Cape Girardeau county, Missouri, the tale is spun in historical
suspense that will keep it's readers turning the pages! Set in Civil War
times during Missouri's most violent period of history. 279 pages, soft
cover, with an excellent biographical reference section. $19.95.
By Devereaux C. Cannon Jr. The book is a necessary guide to the history and
development of flags in the U.S. up to the Civil War. Soft-cover, great photos,
98 pgs. $15.95
By Devereaux C. Cannon Jr, Numerous color plates of the various flags are in
this well researched look at the history of the national, state, and military
flags that were developed during the Southern nations existence. 128 pgs.$15.95
Alice Fry compiled these two books. The Roster consists of the men who
served within the ranks. Listed name, place of birth if given, residence at time
of enlistment, age, and misc. Remarks on the cards. Some men are listed in the
reunion records of 1888 and 1911. Excellent reference work. 225 pages,
soft-cover. $21.00
The Letters volume, is wonderful. Captain Creitz wrote back to his free
thinking and doing wife left behind in Kansas. He constantly admonishes her on
the company she keeps and she thinks for herself. When their home are is being
invaded, evidently Captain Creitz quits writing and perhaps went home. The
second part of the book deals with correspondence of Lt. Joseph Trego and
Private George Flanders. Descriptive details, for battle of Helena, Arkansas,
are super. The book has some photo’s of the men who served and the final
chapters in Captain Chris’s life as a civilian. Good detail. Fully indexed,
225 pages $21.00. REMEMBER THESE ARE TWO SEPARATE BOOKS.
Researched and written by Brian Brown, of Little Rock. Brian has compiled the
most useful, directive, straight to the point, on how to trace ancestry within
the ranks. This book is widely acclaimed as "THE AUTHORITY."
Appendix covers State by State review of Units/Sources. Contains 256 pages FULL
of good guidance through the maze of military research in archives and
libraries. Soft-cover $26.95. Cover art by Rocky Medley
By Carolyn Bartels. The men at least, over 7,000 of the Missouri State Guard,
now have an identity. This author has kept the story, and, or the deposition the
men gave concerning their military service in Missouri’s earliest Pro-Southern
Army. An excellent primary source reference. The names are listed in
alphabetical order within 406 pages of text. There is another name index of
3,000 plus entries, for the many other names found within the files of the men.
A casualty list (CW Casualty List) as extracted from these same files, is by
name and then reversed by event. Printed on heavy 60# bond. Soft-cover $32.95.
Hard-cover $42.95
The first complete account of the 1st Missouri Cavalry Regiment, led by
Colonel Elijah Gates. Written by James W. Farley, the book has received rave
reviews for its content. Farley, in the first 200 pages takes the reader from
the early formation of the Confederate regiment, through each and every battle,
step by step as they followed their beloved commander. Believe me folks, you are
right there in those battles. Excellent maps drawn by William Lay add to this
wonderful book. In the last section, Mr. Farley has done all the work for you
with the rosters and all information found within those files. A truly
magnificent work. 487 pgs. soft-cover, $32.95 Hard
Cover, $42.95
The title says it all for Don Rickey Jr’s book. The enlisted soldier
fighting the Indian wars and top-notch adventure for the young adult history
reader, as well as us older folk! Soft-cover, $16.95
Compiled by Joanne Eakin. Ever want to know the complete text of Frank James
surrender letter? Not only does the book reprint the letter, but also Gov.
Crittenden’s reply. All local newspaper accounts have been included. Second
portion of the book contains the summation given by Attorney Wm. H. Wallace on
the last day of the famous trial. Soft-cover, indexed. 85 pgs. $9.95
Written by Albert Castel. Known affectionately as "Old Pap",
General Price was a vital and unique personality, and one of the most important
and controversial figures of the Civil War. The story is an accounting of the
Confederacy’s struggle in the West. 300 pgs. sc. $19.95
By James McGhee.
Jim in his usual way can find the most interesting material, and this is one of his best. The Order Book, in it's original form, was found at a museum and he transcribed it. Thus he gives us an inside view of the historical organization of the Missouri State Guard, almost on a daily basis. The book covers May 16, 2025 to early 1862, when apparently another book was started. 126 pages. Factual materials, primary source material. $12.95, (purchase this book and an Act to Provide For The Organization, Government, and Support of Military Forces, 1861 and you have a concise documentation of early Missouri
history. The organizing of an army.)
By Bruce D. S. Allderdice.
This work is a valuable asset for researchers. It contains 425 biographical
sketches of the illusive history of these famous history makers. EXCELLENT
WORK!!! Hard cover edition. $34.95
Compiled by Richard Owen and James Owen.
We know where many fell and where many are buried, but, this extensive study
finds many of those who survived the war and died back home and were buried
there. Long lost from the pages of history, this book brings these men back
within the realm of research and study. Great Contribution! With over 1000
photos, 388 pages, fully indexed. $65.00 for this great work in hard cover. A
must for the serious student and historians.
By Fred Lee. At last a noted Westport historian and author, Fred L. Lee,
writes a book on Westport’s battle and includes some of the
more colorful characters who fought in it. To name a few: George Caleb Bingham,
Mountain Charley ( a woman), Liver Eatin’Johnson of Crow fame, Wild Bill
Hickock and many others. The book is liberally illustrated with maps, photo’s,
sketches. An excellent work by Mr. Historian himself. 176 pgs. soft-cover 19.75
Art work on the beautiful colorful cover by noted Ozark artist, Rocky Medley.
The Web of Victory tells of the Union siege of Vicksburg, a campaign that
might very well have been the turning point of the Civil War and was without a
doubt the turning point in the military career of General Ulysses S. Grant. The
author presents this easy read as more of a story, rather then the usual full of
heavy dark details, as most histories of this nature contain. Easy read; well
written. Excellent detail and well worth the price. Soft-cover edition $14.95
Missourians played a valuable part in this siege.
By Frank Cunningham. Expert research in this book. Much thought went into the
text, it is evident, in getting the story of the complex Stand Watie and his men
across. Excellent work. Soft-cover, $18.95
By Lee Jacobs. Live the life with these famous raiders, Stuart, Forrest and
Mosby. Live their experiences as the "eyes and ears" of the army.
These men were absolutely respected by their enemies as a formidable foe. Hard,
with steel endurance, they have colored the pages of history throughout the
Civil War, on basically every front of action. Soft-cover, 204 pages,$19.95.
bibliography & indexed.
Edited by Daniel E. Sutherland.
Much Civil War violence occurred far away
from traditional battlefields like Shiloh and Sharpsburg. Indeed, some of
the war's most intense violence occurred on the Confederate home front, as
family and neighbors were pitted against one another in bloody struggles for
control. Mr. Sutherland reminds us that the impact of battles and elections
cannot be properly understood without knowledge of what happened on the home
front. These eleven essays, by noted Civil War scholars, each explore
the Confederacy's war on the home front in a different state. This was a
History Book Club selection. Soft cover. 250 pages. Indexed. $21.95.
By Richard S. Brownlee. This book, now almost a classic, and no doubt, right
up there with Micheal Fellman’s, Inside War, as one of the most widely
read books on Guerrilla warfare. The text is factual, and concise in relating
the exploits of these colorful characters of history. A must for all guerrilla
researchers, we at Two Trails highly recommend it for researching. 275 pages,
soft-cover edition. $19.95
By Arthur W. Bergeron, Jr. This work examines 111 artillary, cavalry,
and infantry divisions that Louisiana fielded for the Confederacy. For each
regiment is included a short mini-history of movements and actions. Great index!
Shows field officers and the companies in each regiment. 189 pages. Soft cover.
$12.95.
(Note: More Louisiana listed under Military in
the M's)
Reprinted in 1998 by Oak Hills Publishing, this truer than life accounting
given by George Maddox of his life and experiences as a Confederate soldier, are
just simply great! Good read.! 84 pages, soft-cover, $9.95
By R. S. Bevier. This reprinted book, now
in hardcover, tells the story, in Colonel R. S. Bevier's unique style.
Colonel Bevier relates the brigades progress thru the greatest of American conflicts.
From battle field to officers conferences. Told and written as only one
who lived it could. Hardcover. Indexed. $36.95
I Acted From Principle: The Civil War
Diary of Dr. William M. McPheeters, Confederate Surgeon in the
Trans-Mississippi.
Edited by Cynthia DeHaven Pitcock and Bill J.
Gurley. Doctor McPheeters was a well known and respected surgeon in St. Louis,
but, in 1862 he was followed, arrested, threatened and given an
ultimatum...sign an oath of allegiance or go to Federal prison.
McPheeters "acted on principle" and instead fled by night to
Confederate territory. He served as surgeon under General Sterling
Price, and his Missouri forces, west of the Mississippi River, treating
diseases, malnutrition, and battle wounds while his family suffered
harassment, imprisonment and banishment by Federal forces. Hard Cover
$34.95. Truly a good Read!
By Muriel P. Joslyn.
Using stories and diaries of many of the 600 Confederate
prisoners of war to provide insight in the larger questions about prisoner of
war issues in the Civil War, this book is emotionally moving and a compelling
proud tribute to those 600 men who were placed before the guns of their own men
for political reasons. This book adds to a deeper meaning of the word sacrifice.
Hardcover, 57 illustrations, indexed. $29.95
By Muriel P. Joslyn. This companion book to Immortal Captives includes
histories of individual lives of the 600 CSA officers, who against humanity,
were forced to face the artillery fire of their own. Dynamic. 234 pgs,
soft-cover, $25.00 You will want to know these men better. MISSOURIANS
TOOK PART IN
Compiled by Harold Elk Straubling. Includes among the 176 pages of
informative riveting text, first person accounts by Louisa May Alcott and Walt
Whitman. Hardcover edition. $16.95
By Carolyn Bartels. Day by day movements, overall organizations, encampments,
battles, skirmishes all rolled in to a short mini-history, allowing you to
follow an army through for research. List also given of Andersonville prison
deaths of Iowans. The book is soft-cover $9.50
By James Gannon. The first important book on a Civil War regiment
composed
mostly of Irish immigrants and who are involved in virtually every major battle
in the East. It’s their story. Hardcover, 474 pgs.
Chuck Rabas tells the story of John "Jack" Kennedy who didn’t
want to be like his hero Jesse James.. He wanted to be Jesse James. From
1889 to 1899 he linked himself to family members and associates of the infamous
James-Younger gang. Jack was one of the few outlaws whose careers bridges the
period from the 19th century old west to the gangster era of the
roaring 20's. Born and raised in Jackson county, Missouri, he colors history
with a reported 19 bank robberies.. His sense of humor was his downfall but gave
him a nickname.. A barrel of laughs in 47 pages, $7.00
To actually judge the Civil War, both sides, nice and not so nice, must be
taken into account. Written by Stephen Starr, the Seventh Kansas Cavalry, in its
beginning, was one of those considered, as not so nice. They killed civilians
and prisoners, were indiscriminate in pillaging, all the while burned houses,
barns and did considerable in adding meaning to the word, "jayhawking"
during a turbulent time. Never-the-less, we recommend it for researchers. Many
little known facts are explored. Soft-cover, 405 pgs, indexed.$16.95
Written
by Homer Croy.. Eyewitness
accounts( sometimes humorous) and Croy's familiarity with the milieu that
produced the outlaw brothers enrich this book. Jesse read the bible before
he went to rob a train or a bank. (Frank preferred Shakespeare), and he
was honest except for those raids, according to Croy. The author follows
the James boys, documenting their criminal activities and their human
side, while sorting out the growing legend. He adds a necrology of the
twenty-eight bandits who rode with the James Gang at one time or another.
Good read! Soft cover. Indexed. 310 pages. $14.00
Published first many years ago by Carolyn Bartels, then rewritten with
additions by Alice Fry. This book gives a short history of the 1st thru the 13th
Kansas Regiments. Includes known casualty lists, all line and field officers and
staff. In addition, Alice added the diary or account of John H. Kitts, the
battle of Prairie Grove by Colonel Dennison and the testimonial of Capt. Joshua
Pike on how he was unable to apprehend the famed Quantrill, who was allowed to
sack Lawrence by this misapprehension. 110 pages, soft-cover, $13.00
By Samuel J. Crawford in 1911 and reprinted by Kansas Historical Press.
Excellent reference and again we have sticky left over dealer labels. Reduced
price from $22.95 to $14.95. 425 pages; plus command structure and full
index. Bargain TIME.. LIMITED SUPPLY
By Richard J. Hinton. This is a biased book, no two ways about it. But its basically
all we have written on the subject by a man who was there at the time. Special
purchase by Two Trails and saves you money. Regularly at $40.00, now on sale at
$26.00 each.
Philip Steele, author,
has done a magnificent job with this work. He
documents the tragic lives of the last hold out of the Cherokee warriors,
Ezekiel Proctor and Ned Christie. These are two angry men who struggled against
the tide of history and the government in an effort to stop the encroaching
whites and preserve in tact the Cherokee heritage. EXCELLENT! 112 pgs, indexed,
soft-cover. $9.95
By Carolyn Bartels. From the Fred Lee collection came three unpublished old
diaries, detailing and humanizing the battles of Westport, Mine Creek and the
sorrowful degrading retreat through Kansas and Arkansas. New material, never
before published, sheds a more personal light on the whole affair. The diaries
leave no doubt as to privations and sufferings by man and beast on this
harrowing march. Action packed with interwoven accounts of each portion of the
battle and the march South. Also is included General Cabell’s report in 1900
when he was living then in Dallas, Texas. The book lets you decide with the
presentation of these new materials whether General Price’s raid of 1864 was
actually what the military reports filed soundly proclaimed it to be. You will
be surprised. 180 pgs, indexed, Soft-cover.
This book along with Fallen Guidons, should be the
ultimate coverage of Shelby’s expedition to Mexico. The book chronicles the
hardships and trials the former Confederates, who refused to surrender, endured
in their quest to establish a new home and life. Soft-cover. 260 pgs.
$19.95
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Provost Marshals, appointed by military law, became
self-ordained minister of judgment, banishment of families and often with tragic
results. The laws of right and justice turned a deaf ear to the flaming torches
and the Federal marauding. Missouri families endured untold cruelties at the
hands of these men, who also wielded the power of life or death. They were
justly termed, "Little Gods" indeed.
Volume I Has some few of the personal official records from the Provost
Marshal files that occurred in southeastern Missouri. 113 pages
Volume II Contains the records from Central Western Border area of
Missouri. Letters and documents are from Independence, Clinton, Warrensburg,
Kansas City, Lexington, Windsor, Sedalia, Dresden, Knobnoster, Warsaw &
Dover, Missouri. Also included are stories from Fort Lincoln, Anderson County
and Paola, Kansas.
Both volumes printed now as one book. Total of 245 pgs, soft-cover,
indexed.. $15.95
Written by Colonel William Preston Johnston.
The book has long been a prime
source of basic firsthand information about the life and campaigns of this
Southern general whose death in the midst of victory may have deprived the
Confederacy of the commander it needed at the helm to succeed. Especially
valuable resource material on his early life and career. Brings to life
Confederate operations in the West in 1861. Heavily outnumbered, faced with both
Grant and Sherman, he made a general retreat into a brilliant advance. Typical
of the mans genius at warfare and strategy. This work is a significant reference
volume. $19.95
Large volume with 807 pages, index, 9 illustrations, 9 maps. A BARGAIN!
Pike will remain a controversial figure, the same as he
has been for many years as a leader of the Indian forces within the
Trans-Mississippi. The whole story is still clouded over by mis-information and
politics of the time. Coming from humble background the man would in later life
be the driving force behind the Masonic movement. Good reference work.
Hardcover, 648 pages. $49.95
A new look at the man who set out to lead the South's center regions;
Arkansas and Missouri. The man and his plans. A good reference piece and well
written. 336 pages, Soft cover. $17.95
By Ralph Wooster.
More than 70,000 Texans served in the military during the
Civil War and a majority in the Confederate army and others in state forces,
protecting the frontier. Dr Wooster is a noted historian and you can’t study
the Trans-Mississippi region of the Confederacy without this book.
6 X 9" 322 pages, photo’s of 37 generals, endnotes, index. $24.95
Edited by Donal J. Stanton, Goodwin F. Berquist and Paul C. Bowers
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The memoirs of M. Jeff Thompson -
better known as "the Missouri Swamp Fox", is back in print -
reprinted by Morningside Press - in it's entirety. Soft cover. 310 pages,
plus maps. $22.50.
A
Good accounting of General Marmaduke and what the author feels was an underlying
current of rift between General Price and General Marmaduke, tracing back to
earlier political events. Readers can decide if the differences between the two
powerful and influencial commanders did actually dictate their actions between
battles and throughout their careers. Marmaduke was captured at the Battle of
Mine Creek, during Price's ill-fated invasion of Missouri in 1864. Was this by
actions of the overall commander or was this just a culmination of tragic
mistakes? 300 pages. Indexed. $17.95.
READERS NOTICE: This book, will not be reprinted when existing stock is
depleted. GET YOURS!
The Same applies to Major Genl. Sterling Price’s book by Ponder
By Jerry Ponder.
Price’s 1864 invasion was the last major campaign for the
Confederates west of the Mississippi river. In its attempt to salvage what was
left of the Missouri southern troops and sympathy. A secondary purpose was
recruiting and probably first and foremost, was the gathering of supplies with
which to continue the struggle. Many accounts of individual battles, taking
place have been written about the invasion, normally one-sided Union statements.
This book chronicles the entire march and includes all engagements, using both
North and South reporting, to give the reader an unbiased account. A number of
smaller engagements are included as they occurred, along with all major events.
Soft-cover, 200 pages, photos, maps, index.$17.95
By Joanne C. Eakin.
A story of her ancestor and his life in Jackson county
and the gold-fields of California, continuing through the Civil War years.
Soft-cover, 32 pgs, plus index, $6.50
Compiled by Carolyn Bartels.
As "Taps" was sounded in Forest Hill
Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 17, 1897, the soldiers who loved
him most, paid their respects. A colorful character in the history of Missouri
and well acclaimed as the most expert cavalry leader of the Trans-Mississippi,
never giving up, and so it was with his struggle with death. Included is family
information and the passing of JO’s beloved Betty. From newspaper accounts as
collected and preserved by Fred L. Lee. Softcover small booklet, 90 pgs, $9.95
Written by Jerry Ponder.
This book takes out the confusions created by the
Union army personnel who compiled the Official Records on the two companies.
Very good work by Mr. Ponder. 115 pgs, soft-cover, indexed. $12.95
By Clayton Charles Marlow. Wonderful book. To appreciate fully the Civil War
experiences, a good researcher delves into other theaters of operations,
searching for the "domino" effect that happenings in a far army can
have on one close to home. This is a good work and we recommend it. Hardcover.
$24.50 library binding, maps, notes, bibliography section, index. A POWERFUL
DIARY.
This famous book has been around even longer then we
have. It is considered the primary source for border rebellion research. Well
written and documented. 458 pgs. Softcover $15.95.
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Men of the
Eleventh Missouri Infantry
By Wayne H. Schnetzer.
Includes a sort
mini -history of their service. Detailed roster and all data included in
for the famous regiment. They were surrendered mainly at Shreveport,
La., in May of 1865. Soft-cover, 131 pgs, index. $13.95
Men of the
Tenth: A Roster of the Tenth Missouri Infantry
By Wayne H. Schnetzer.
For the first time
an easy to read roster of the men who went all through the war and
fought their last battle at Jenkins’ Ferry, Arkansas. They were
surrendered at Shreveport, La., in May of 1865. Well researched and
documented. Any data appearing has been included. 122 pgs, soft-cover,
and well indexed. $13.95
Written and researched by Jerry Ponder.
The 15th, seldom mentioned in
Trans-Mississippi Civil War works, was brigade sized in strength and acted as
the first line of defense for the Confederate Army over a wide area along the
Missouri-Arkansas border. The book deals with the military records of this
illustrious regiment and the social and political aspects within the region.
Many gave their all and suffered great economic losses by their loyalty.
Soft-cover, 169 pages, includes a very good accurate roster of these men.
$14.95. Great work!
By Carolyn Bartels. When the Civil War was all over in Missouri, the trouble
was actually just beginning on the home-front, as the men returned to native
soil. Some tragic stories, and some just what you would expect from those who
applied for presidential amnesty in 1865 and 1866. Really it was determined, for
a large part, on just who you knew. Great look at Missouri in those troubling
reconstruction years.
The work includes 78 pages of text plus many photo-copies of old documents and letters;
arranged alphabetically by name. $22.50
By Michael E. Banasik. Banasik and Camp Pope are to be congratulated. This is the best so far in this series of unwritten chapters of the Civil War. Although Wilkie accompanied an Iowa regiment, he told things in an unbiased manner, simply as they were within the subject. Banasik does his usual in-depth foot-notes, just full of additional information. This books fills in many gaps of early Missouri, such as campsites, locations, movements and everyday happenings dismissed as un-necessary in the official records. A MOST VALUABLE PIECE OF HISTORY! Soft-cover, rich in color. 276 pages plus a roster of the 1st Iowa. It has a
very large and detailed biographical section. $19.95.
By Michael Banasik.
The reminiscences and letters of brothers, William J. and
John P. Bull provide readers with an unwritten chapter of history. Warm,
wonderful, and a well written book. Softcover, index, photo’s. $13.95
By James McGhee.
Jim is one of the most thorough researchers we have met. He co-authored
'Sterling Price's Lieutenants, and now has shared "Where to look for What
in Missouri" with us. Missouri records, especially Confederate records are
placed all over the state. Jim has gathered those records for each branch of the
service, then by regiment. Excellent work!! $14.95
Narrative reports of casualties after the battle of Cape Girardeau, Carthage,
Hartville, Lexington, Marmaduke’s expedition 1862-1863, Price’s expedition
of 1864, Newtonia and Wilson’s Creek. By Joanne Eakin. Included are register
of Confederates who died in Federal prisons in Kansas City, Missouri; Fort
Leavenworth and Fort Scott, in Kansas. Compiled from official battle reports;
National Archives film. Soft-cover, 89 pgs, $13.00
A listing compiled by Carolyn Bartels, of over 3000 names of those found on
microfilm copy of the original surrender rolls. Gives name, rank, company.
regiment and place of home residence in Missouri. Folks we don’t claim to
have them all, just about 3,300 of them. Soft-cover, listed
alphabetically, $13.00
Missouri
Confederate Deaths in Union Prisons and Their Hospitals Way back in about 1911 or shortly thereafter, the families and the government
needed to account for the thousands of missing Confederates who entered Union
prisons across the northern states. In the attempt a massive undertaking was
embarked upon to account for all these men by the prison journals. The entire
journal held some 26,000 names, a far cry from actual deaths. We have extracted
the men of Missouri from these records. The listing includes arrangement by
name, rank, regiment, company, date of entry, death date and final disposition.
Soft-cover, $9.00
EXCLUDED are Alton and St. Louis; For those see Joanne Eakin, Prisoners
of War; Gratiot Street etc.
Over 1162 recorded events transpired within Civil War era in Missouri. We
have listed the greater portion. Information was extracted from Official Records
of the War of the Rebellion. Gives date and place of action and type.
Soft-cover, stapled. $ 7.00. Don’t leave on vacation without it. Find the
local sites.
Lists name, age, post office and county of residence,
age at receiving pension, and in some cases the date of death of the applicant.
Good reference work. Transcribed by Carolyn M. Bartels. $8.00
Bartels found more men, who as residents of Missouri, were paroled at various
Union depots in the South, during the months of May and June of 1865. Like its
companion book Missouri Confederate Surrender; Shreveport, it contains
names, rank, regiment and Mo. residence. An additional section of explanation by
Richard Peterson (of Sterling Price’s Lts fame) on the various Missouri
Artillery batteries found within the records. 32 pgs. Soft-cover.
This excellent work lists 16,000 plus names of those imprisoned for being a
Southern soldier, ex-soldier a Southern sympathizing woman, or in some cases-for
just speaking the wrong words! Record gives name, rank, or regiment, place of
capture or residence and date of capture and disposition of the individual.
Joanne Eakin, author, has added a 22 page history of the prisons. This book is
"must have" for the serious Civil War researcher or history buff. In
many cases, there is no doubt that this record is the last known record on many
missing Missourians. Soft-cover, 302 pages, full of information. Listed by
alphabetical order.
This book sets the scene and plays out many tragedies suffered by these
citizens of Missouri. Included is the first military organizations which were
organized in Monroe County and the trials that followed them. Written in about
1904 by James Farthing, it has been transcribed by Carolyn Bartels. Soft-cover.
$10.95
After service in the Indian Wars, Edward S. Farrow, set
out to write a manu
al for soldiers and officers bound for the frontier army. This
is the result. First published in 1881, it is a valuable instruction guide for
wilderness hikers, accurate portrayal of the period, and id delightfully
interesting. You will learn how to care for your horses, shoot accurately, fix
broken bones, ward off diseases by the time ancient methods, proper equipment,
bedding, tents, and the list goes on and on. 284 pages. Soft cover. $12.95
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The journal of R. P. Matthews, who later in life became a judge for Greene
County, Missouri, details his service as a member of the John S. Phelps’
Regiment and Greene County Home Guard. These units are nine month units and many
of its members later joined up with the 8th Missouri Volunteers Cavalry and the
24th Missouri Infantry, Phelps regiment was not involved during the battle at
Wilson’s Creek, but went into the foray at Pea Ridge some months later. A
great little book. $10.95
Written from Mc Corkle’s own words by O. S. Barton. Mc Corkle was a young
Missouri farmer of Southern sympathies who became a prominent and trusted member
of Quantrill’s guerrilla band. Later in life, he, one of the fortunate to
survive, went back to the peaceful pursuits of life, farming and raising a
family. Excellent story. $17.95
his famous old book, that was read with relish by thousands, following the
Civil War, was first written by John Newman Edwards. Reprinted from an original
copy by Two Trails Publishing. Joanne Eakin indexed the edition for added ease
of wading through the flowery prose of the times of 1877 style. Wonderful
account of the men who fought as Guerrilla’s in Missouri and some who followed
the most famous generals within the Trans-Mississippi. You can readily see,
after reading this, how some 250 men could hold at bay an entire Union army that
occupied Missouri. The book, all 488 pages, is available in soft-cover at 24.95
and hard-cover for 36.95.
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Cover
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By Carolyn Bartels. Taken entirely from the battle reports of the various
commanders who served in this big confrontation in Arkansas, the book leaves it
up to the reader to determine who made mistakes and as a result, sacrificed the
southern army on the battlefield. For further research original documents may be
found within the Official Records; War of the Rebellion. 92 pgs, Softcover.
$9.00
By M. Jane Johansson. First rate regimental history of the 28th Texas
(Dismounted) a unit of Walker’s Texas Cavalry. It campaigned throughout
Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas. Part of the division known as "Walkers
Greyhounds," because of their amazing mobility and marching skill. This
regiment preserved Texas from Federal invasion. EXCELLENT WORK 192
pages, soft-cover. $20.00
By Victor Viquain. Edited by Jeffrey H. Smith & Philip Thos. Tucker.
Accounts of a secret plot to kidnap President Jefferson Davis and strike a blow
at the heart of the Confederacy. Hardcover, 256 pgs, 15 illus. Indexed. $24.95
By Lonnie Speer. Northern newspapers, led by the local Rock Island Argus and
carried by the New York Daily News, ran articles comparing the Rock Island
Military Prison to some of the worst Southern prisons, later labeling it the
Andersonville of the North. Powerful, shocking and an eye-opener to an issue
long swept under the carpet by Union authorities. Hardcover, 410 pages, indexed.
$34.95
By Wayne Schnetzer.
The Union forces under Lt. Nettleton had about 160 men
and Parker and Quantrill with about 75 men met on the south side of the Square
in front of Uhlinger’s Bakery on February 22, 1862. The fight that ensued was
a most unique one, 12 pages, 5X6 inches
$2.50
By Joanne Eakin. Used many times in partial context, this is the first time
that all known to exist have been copied verbatim and presented as a whole.
Reading these poignant letters to his mother, gives us a different side of the
man, unknown to thrill writers of today and yesterday. A new look at history.
Soft-cover. $7.00
ompiled from National Archives microfilm by J. C. Eakin into booklet form,
it includes a listing of Quantrill’s men from the Provost Marshal files,
including some names that were spelled incorrectly or their service files were
in error. A fine collection of miscellaneous documents and affidavits, such as
the one from Joel Challis. In addition to these, the faces of some of Quantrill’s
men were recognized by residents of Lawrence and for those known, a special
warrant was issued, charging them with the crime, dated 18 Nov. 1863. 37 pages,
soft-cover. $6.00
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By Joseph K. Houts. Joe was fortunate enough to have one of those ancestors that wrote down some very valuable history. The names that were found on the body of a dead guerrilla after the Battle of Sears Farm, near Pleasant Hill, Missouri. Recorded upon that list were the names of the men belonging to Quantrill's first company. Joes ancestor copied down those names. This generation has researched those names, finding family information and final dispositions of most of them. Excellent work and Mr. Houts is to be congratulated upon this
wonderful piece of Missouri history. Beautiful colorful shiny cover adorns this soft-cover edition of 238+ pages, plus elaborate end-notes and documentation of resources, etc. Yours at a bargain price of $19.95. Well worth the money, and then some.
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It took Duncan Hansen 17 years of
walking old cemeteries and at least a ton of correspondence to provide
us with the closing chapter for these men. 314 pages of absolutely
interesting data and about 240 photos of grave sites. Included is an
obituary section that provides some last rites of passage for some and
valuable personal information. Plus Duncan has provided a listing of the
cemeteries and driving instructions to each. An award winning work.
$26.95.
A further
listing of more of Quantrill's men. Duncan just kept at it after seeing
how well Volume I was received. This volume brings the total of found
members to well over 200! Soft cover. $22.95
By J.W. (Watt) Gibson.
Written by Gibson from his home in St. Joseph, Mo., on
15 Aug. 1912. This is the first reprint of the book that was so sought after for
over eighty years. After taking off for the California Gold Fields in 1849 - and
returning with enough to buy some land - he settled down to farming. Finding
that he could not live at home peaceably in 1861, he enlisted under General
Price for the battle of Lexington and served throughout the war. Excellent
version of the Civil War from a privates vantage point. 216 pgs,
indexed,
soft-cover. $14.95
Revealing story as told to Victor E. Martin in 1910 in Weatherford,
Texas by former member Andy Walker, is a real eye opener!
For the first time we can see and witness the true beginnings of William
C. Quantrill's great legend by one who was an actual witness to the events.
Andy revealed names and events that transpired and of those that took part in
the guerrilla warfare in missouri. Transcribed by J. C. Eakin. 112 pages.
$12.95.
A well written, informative, and reader friendly book by R. Lee Haden, that
is a must for re-enactors. It receives a perfect rating of ten oak leaves!
Paperback. 288 pages. 16 page photo section. $19.95
Edited by Richard Rollins. Originally published in 1905, Reprinted in 1995.
Wonderful vivid colors in the photographs of those emblems of war, of an era so
long ago. 545 flags are represented in this book. Soft-cover, $24.95
This book is a must to understand the background of the Confederacy. Consider
it a learning text book. It is vital to relationships between the government and
the fighting men who made up the Confederacy. A new forward has been added to
this classic work by Jefferson Davis, by James M. Mc Pherson.
This vital work comes in a two volume edition. Soft-cover.
Data compiled by Members of the Phelps Camp # 66 Sons of Union Veterans.
Excellent detail, crisp printing in this attractive book. Consists of 240
printed pages; alphabetical listing of some 12,000 former Union soldiers are
given.
Soft-cover edition is handsome and striking at $20.95
Although a very popular book many years back, this great publication was
allowed to gather dust until rescued and reprinted. Now available in the same
soft light green cover as the older edition, this biography of
the illustrious Sam is excellant. The book expounds on Sam's early life, his
family, and his Civil War challenges. It has it all. 113 pages. $12.95.
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Roster of Confederate Military Reunions
Reunion records are invaluable to researchers, giving a name and place at a
specific time in history. These records were copied from reunions held at
Jefferson City, 1883; Higginsville, 1889; Louisiana, Mo., 1885; St. Joseph, Mo.,
1902; Marshall 1886 and Moberly 1881; and Springfield, Mo., in 1901.
Alphabetical listing within each camp of members in attendance or membership
lists, rank, regiment and a current address if noted. Soft-cover, 123 pgs. $14.95
By Joseph E. Chance. With the text taken from primary source material,
letters, diaries, official reports, and eye-witness accounts, the author takes
this regiment throughout its organization to the battle of Shiloh, Corinth and
the campaigns around Vicksburg. Excellent detail. Officers lists. Songs and
poetry of the Second is shared. Personnel lists and extensive detailed
end-notes. WONDERFUL SCHOLARLY WORK. Soft-cover & 217 pages takes it all in.
$17.95
Michael Banasik and Camp Pope, does a splendid award winning job again. This
book is sub-titled "Unwritten chapters of the Civil War West of the
River," and it truly lives up to its name. A well directed attention to
detail this first hand account is all encompassing in history, west of the big
waters. Includes rosters, casualty lists, excellent photo’s. 409 pages
includes the appendix. Fully indexed. Attractive soft-cover $19.95
Written by John Newman Edwards, we understand, while in Mexico in 1867.
This book encompasses General JO Shelby and his
men throughout the war. The absolute closest to actually having his papers
transcribed. Major Edwards served as Shelby’s adjutant, and therefore
was privy to most of his correspondence and orders and was certainly in the
thick of things on numerous occasion. In fact, Edwards wrote Shelby’s official
reports of battles and campaigns. Excellent reference work. This book was
reprinted in 1993 as a tribute to General Joseph Shelby Memorial Fund for the
placing of a memorial monument. 542 pages of text, the rest of the 90 pages is
made up of reunion records; service records of various men and regiments and a
full every name index. Hardcover, dust-jacket, $37.00
General Shelby did not officially surrender.
Instead he took a small group of men and headed to Mexico. This book is a
reprint of one of the first few written about General Shelby. First Published in
the 1950's by North Carolina University Press, it is back for our enjoyment.
Excellent research piece of work. $19.95
from the Journal of Lt. Charles Wesley DeWolf,
7th Mo. Cav., US, which was written as the events took place. The Journal was in
the possession of Howard Monett and was only one of possibly three journals kept
by De Wolf. This was the second and begins December 1, 1862, and continues until
May 29, 1863. The reader follows the activities, which are dramatically
recorded-across the state of Missouri and includes many battles and skirmishes
in the southern portion of the state. Foot-notes have been added by the research
of Wayne H. Schnetzer and additional information to the men and events recorded
within the pages of this wonderful piece of history. Soft-cover, 165 pages,
fully indexed. $14.95
Written by Wiley Sword. One of America’s great untold stories of American
history, the true battle of Shiloh has never before been actually researched and
written. Mr. Sword has fully accomplished this and more. Shiloh was a critical
battle in many ways and the many facets of the battle are all brought out in
this blow-by-blow, shot-by-shot account of the horrendous battle that cost the
lives of over 4,000 men. Soft-cover, 460 pgs, includes command structure. Fully
indexed, some photo’s, excellent map detail. Bargain at $21.00
Edited text, newly improved photo’s, Oak Hills Publishing, has really given
us a worthwhile manuscript within the 160 pages of text. This is Cole Younger’s
story, as told by himself and in his own words. You won’t be sorry, unless you
overlook this great little gem. Soft-cover, $1
By Carolyn Bartels. Stand Watie was the last hold out in the Confederate
surrender, He and his men fought all four years, always with the promise of
weapons. The Confederacy wanted their support, but sort of "didn’t get
around" to giving them arms, clothing or feeding them. A valiant struggle
of a proud man. Soft-cover edition taken from Official Records War of the
Rebellion, and Oklahoma History.
Written by Richard B. Mc Caslin. In the early morning hours of October 1,
1862, state militia arrested more than two hundred alleged Unionists from five
north Texas counties and brought them to Gainesville. In the ensuing days, at
least forty-four prisoners were hanged and several others were lynched in
neighboring communities. In the first systematic treatment of this grisly climax
to a heritage of violence and vigilantism in North Texas, Richard Mc Caslin,
provides a unique opportunity to study the tensions produced in southern society
by Civil War. 256 pages, soft-cover, photo’s maps, indexed, $14.95
Compiled by Joanne C. Eakin. (Whose family endured this infamous time) A
collection of first person accounts from those who lived through this terrible
time in Missouri history. Individually the stories are interesting, but read
together they give a better feeling for the impact the Civil War and Order # 11
had on neighbors and former old friends. Lots of old, handed down stories of
this infamous Union Military order that changed the lives of all it touched. 125
pages, indexed, soft-cover, photo’s.
Contemporary accounts of the Lone Star State in the Civil War.
Edited by B. P. Gallaway.
Gallaway has assembled eye-witness accounts of various
phases, both military and civilian, of the great conflict, Well known incidents
such as the Twiggs give away of the Federal forts in February of 1861 and Dick
Dowlings great victory at Sabine Pass in September of 1863 and the battle of
Galveston. 286 pages softcover, maps, $16.95..
By Dr. Ralph Wooster.
464 pages, photos, maps, notes, bibliography, index. We have used this
book extensively and recommend it for researchers and readers. These Texans were
one tough bunch! Hardcover. $28.95.
Edited by Richard Lowe. Excerpted from entry: "The last year has passed
I do not know how, It seems but a dream.. Nothing I have seen or done seems real
to me - unless indeed I except what fighting I have done and I can assure you
there has been quite enough of reality in that. There was no dreaming
there."Powerful and moving, describes this work. A volunteer in the 9th Texas
Cavalry, James Campbell Bates fought the battles within the Trans-Mississippi
Department; Elk Horn, Corinth, Holly Springs, James and Thompson’s Station in
far off Tennessee, plus almost daily skirmishing. Wonderful accounts of his life
and that of his army. Letters included are those back home in Paris, Texas, to
his awaiting wife. 328 pages, 10 halftones, 9 maps. $39.95.
Transcribed
from micro-film copy of the original by Carolyn M. Bartels. Never
before published as a whole, Marmaduke’s Order Book has been used by many
authors. We are super proud of this venture, compiled in conjunction with
Missouri Order of the Stars and Bars. Never before seen casualty lists; behind
the scenes look at day to day operations of a military division; conflicts,
plans of strategy; movement orders; enlistments requirements; conscripts
regulations; court-martial transcripts and sentences; execution orders; daily
rations for an army; transfers and resignations of officers and enlisted men.
Something for everyone who is a history seeker of the Trans-Mississippi
Department. Fully indexed with over 3500 entries; Listings of
Orders, special & general; appendix; You’ll be glad you invested.
Soft-cover edition in two volumes due to size at 47.00 for both; Hardcover in
one volume at 59.00.
The Trail of
Frank James for Murder-July 21, 1883 With
confessions of Dick Liddel and Clarence Hite
By George Miller Jr. (1898 reprinted edition)
The trial of Frank James was no
doubt the trial of the century in Missouri at that time. Taking place in
Gallatin, Missouri, the trial started on July 21, 2025 and played to a
packed house each day it was in session. The testimony and summations by
the cadre of attorneys for each side took record breaking weeks to hear.
Within the testimony many aliases that Frank and Jesse James, Jim
Cummins, Bill Ryan, the Ford brothers, and many others used came to the
surface. Great reading! 348 pages. Many photographs. $22.95
Compiled by Carolyn Bartels. Hundreds of files went into this book, from all
primary sources. Thus providing the researcher of Missouri military history CSA
a valuable working tool. The records included: letters, Adjutant Generals
records, casualty lists, organizations of Missouri’s MSG field and staff, some
records of events and movements, material from county records and miscellaneous
gathering of files from Missouri State Archives. Missouri is Volume I of the
series.
Some valuable and unusual records not found readily, such as the payroll
records for all of the men of the Eighth Division MSG are included within the
text. Soft-cover, 300 pages, fully indexed. $32.95
Charles Harris, renowned researcher and Quantrill Society member, has
researched the use and origins of the "Black Flag.." Readers will find
this small booklet exceptionally interesting. Mr. Harris explores the flag as an
object and as a term of warfare. Many valuable references are noted. Small 5 X 8
size, $3.00.
Written by Frederick W. Goman and published by Wilson’s Creek National
Battlefield. Wonderful work by Mr. Goman. Brings more facts to surface
concerning these little written about battles in Missouri. It is a small book,
only 81 pages, but the additional materials following is vital, such as order of
battle, weapons, photocopies of old documents, lists of wounded, etc. Soft-cover
$10.95. You’ll be glad you invested in this one.
Reprinted by special permission of the original authors Margaret Baldwin and
Pat O’Brien and published the first time in limited number edition of 1982
quickly sold out. Full of photographs of the gun-slinging brothers. They
were more than criminals, they were the by-product of the chaotic society that
grew out of the terrible border wars of the War between the States. This is the
real story behind Frank and Jesse. 192 pages. Soft cover. $18.95.
By Wm. R. Brooksher.
A dramatic compelling story of the largest military
operation west of the Mississippi River during the Civil War. The text vividly
details the fierce clashes at Mansfield, Pleasant Hill, and Yellow Bayou, and
the destruction of Natchitoches and Alexandria. Complete with maps. 287 pgs
soft-cover 17.95
Re-published by Camp Pope Books. The publisher has brought this colorful man
back to life with the reprinting of this famous old book by Joseph A. Mudd. The
book is basically a history of the First Northeast Missouri Cavalry, C.S.A.,
better known as Porter’s Regiment, which rode wild and free through Yankee
controlled northeastern Missouri during the summer of 1862. Wonderful book;
great text, clear and sharp. Attractive cover. 380 pages, PLUS a large appendix
section full of personal information on these men; Fully indexed and at bargain
at $20.95.
