A moving tribute to the brave men and women who fought and died for their country during the Civil War. This book offers a unique perspective on the war, focusing on the sacrifices made by the people of Albany and the surrounding region. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the role of local communities in supporting the Union cause. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.