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
BACK
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
BACK
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
BACK
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
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
Edited by David Madden, Founding Director of the United States
Civil War Center
Best described as a fountain of
information and a joy to read as author John Jakes tells his review.
Subjects include, prisons, the men in general, letters from home, fun
and games, rations, recipes, socializing with the enemy, crimes and
punishments and more. 278 pages/ soft cover, fully indexed. $16.00
soft-cover
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
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.
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.
"An ambitious, important,
long overdue, and very successful revisionist history of the
organization of the Kansas Territory........Essential reading for anyone
interested in the ideological origins of the Civil War"
says
Kenneth Winkle, author of
"The Young Eagle: The Rise of Abraham
Lincoln". Hard Cover. Indexed. 370 pages.
$35.00
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
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
"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.
$24.95
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. $21.95
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 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
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. Autograph
upon request. This book now has a new format and easier to read
composition. Indexed by name and date.Soft-cover edition 231 pages $21.95. Hardcover edition $32.95.
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!)
Takes a doctor to write a medical
book accurately. This is one of them. Dr. Wilbur details instruments,
treatments, casualties, supplies, home remedies etc.. All necessary in a
time of war when shortages and lack of today’s knowledge prevailed.
111 pages, soft-cover. indexed etc.. $14.95
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 $17
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 $23.95.
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 $16.95 BACK
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
During or after the Civil War, no
history was ever written on this Missouri Union Cavalry regiment. This
book will, hopefully, accomplish that. While the records now lay at the
bottom of the Mississippi river near Greenville, Miss. where the steamer
B. M. Runyan hit a snag and sank in 1864, the records have now been
reconstructed along with the rosters. This book is the consolidation of
three partial histories, incomplete individually, but, which together
give the complete timeline for the unit from early events to the end of
the war. A brief history of the Civil War in Missouri is also included.
636 pages. w/appendix. Soft Cover $27.95. Hard Cover $37.95
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. $16.95
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.$16.95
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.
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
367 pgs plus James in the films
section; forensic study in the exhumation of Jesse James in the 1990's;
large section of end-notes. Indexed. Yeatman attempts to do just as the
title implicates and he succeeds quite well. Well worth the read. A
different type of book on the James boys. $26.95 hardcover
With an introduction by Gary W.
Gallagher. Who better to do a biography on General Robert than an
adoring relative? 424 pages; fully indexed. Follows General Lee’s
fighting days and his civilian life in the post-war.
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
This book is a thorough study of
all known guerrilla operations in Civil War Missouri in 1862. The author
utilizes both well-known and obscure sources to identify which Southern
Partisan leaders and groups operated in which areas and how their kinds
of warfare evolved. An outstanding work on a par with other Nichol's
research. A Missouri classic!. 256 pgs. Indexed; Photographs; Appendix.
Hard Cover. $45.00.
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.
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. $
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.
