The Cairo Expedition: Illinois First Response in the Late Civil War, the Expedition from Chicago to Cairo (1892)

The Cairo Expedition: Illinois First Response In The Late Civil War, The Expedition From Chicago To Cairo (1892) is a historical book written by Augustus Harris Burley. The book provides a detailed account of the Cairo Expedition, which was the first response of Illinois to the late Civil War. The author describes the journey of the Illinois troops from Chicago to Cairo, the military tactics used during the expedition, and the key battles fought by the troops. The book also sheds light on the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between the North and the South, and the role of Illinois in the war effort. The Cairo Expedition is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the role of Illinois in the conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.