Last Days of the Rebellion

Last Days of the Rebellion

Last Days of the Rebellion is a book by Alanson M. Randol that recounts the experiences of the Second New York (Harris Light) Cavalry during the winter of 1864-5 and their involvement in the final days of the Civil War. The book details their actions and achievements during the raid led by General George A. Custer, including their role in the battles at Five Forks, Deep Creek, and Sailors Creek. It culminates in their heroic efforts at Appomattox Station on April 8th, 1865, where they forced a passage through the rebel lines and contributed to the surrender of the Confederate Army of North...

Last Days of the Rebellion is a book by Alanson M. Randol that recounts the experiences of the Second New York (Harris Light) Cavalry during the winter of 1864-5 and their involvement in the final days of the Civil War.

The book details their actions and achievements during the raid led by General George A. Custer, including their role in the battles at Five Forks, Deep Creek, and Sailors Creek. It culminates in their heroic efforts at Appomattox Station on April 8th, 1865, where they forced a passage through the rebel lines and contributed to the surrender of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. Randol, a former Colonel of the Second New York Cavalry, provides a firsthand account of the regiment's experiences and their significant contributions to the Union's victory.

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