Private And Official Correspondence Of General Benjamin F. Butler V1: During The Period Of The Civil War (1917) is a collection of letters and other documents written by General Benjamin F. Butler during the American Civil War. The book is divided into two parts: private correspondence and official correspondence. The private correspondence includes letters written to family members and friends, while the official correspondence includes letters written to military and government officials. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including military strategy, politics, and personal matters. The book provides a unique insight into the life and thoughts of one of the most controversial figures of the Civil War. Benjamin F. Butler was a Union general who served in several key battles, including the Battle of Fort Fisher and the Siege of Petersburg. He was also a politician and served as governor of Massachusetts and as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War or the life of Benjamin F. Butler.In Five Volumes.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.