Found Alive on the Battlefield of Fort Donelson
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- In the second part of 2nd Lt. James Oliver Churchill's story of his wounding in both hips at the Battle of Fort Donelson on February, 15, 1862, we learn that he endured a night in sub-freezing temperatures. The next morning, comrades found him clinging to life. Here's what happened to him, in his own words.
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One of the best. And to hear he survived and had a long life. Thank you.
Thank you sir. You do a excellent job.
This and the previous installment were simply captivating listening. Lt. Churchill was definitely a talented writer. It would be interesting to know more about his post-war life and career. Thanks again, Ron.
Amazing that he survived , and equally amazing he wrote an account of his experience.
Churchill's story makes it hard to complain about anything.
It was such a great account of what happened to him. His writing ability helped bring the account to life. So much so that 170 years later we can put ourselves in that moment.
I've always held the men in uniform of that era in very high regard, but this account takes it to a whole other level!
Talk about an American hero, this guy checks all the boxes!