Terry Texas Ranger Trilogy (PB)

The ten companies of the Terry Texas Rangers were officially activated into the Confederate Army as the 8th Texas Cavalry Regiment, but throughout the Civil War they were known by the name of their first commander, Col. Benjamin F. Terry, who fell at the battle of Woodsonville. In over 200 battles including Shiloh, Bardstown, Perryville, Murfreesboro, Chichamauga and Knoxville, they gave credence to Gen. John B. Hood’s remark that there was “no body of cavalry superior.” When the South finally surrendered, there were scarcely enough men left to form one company. This volume of vivid descriptions, of the first-hand experiences of men in the ranks throughout the duration of the war, makes available three of the rarest pieces of Texana concerning the Terry Texas Rangers’ role in the Civil War.<br>

“The introduction alone is worth the price of the book . . . a valuable addition to the collection of Civil War buffs and of interest to all who love a good story with plenty of action . . . these gripping firsthand accounts are the voice of truth.” –Permian Historical Annual

“the excitement, passion, and pain of war reaches the reader with the same conviction that the soldiers experienced . . . a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War and Texas.” –East Texas Historical Association

“It will have a permanent place on my bookshelf.” –The Brazosport Facts

“Highly recommended for all Civil War enthusiasts and libraries.” –Review of Texas Books

“. . . fresh and informative.” –The Rebel Rouser

“Its vivid descriptions of first-hand experience will fascinate general readers and Civil War Historians alike.” –Midwest Book Review

“The quality of the publication is peerless.” –Southwestern Historical Quarterly