I wanted to let you know that I have written a new Civil War biography that is currently being offered in pre-sale by McFarland Books on the life and civil war service of Rockland, Maine native, Major General Hiram G. Berry.
As you may know, Hiram Berry was born in what was then Thomaston, Maine. Hiram rose from humble circumstances in a family that would become one of the area’s most prominent. Berry was a highly successful businessman and was elected to the Maine State Legislature in 1852. He later served as Rockland’s second mayor. He was educated in rural schools and though he always expressed an interest in military matters he never attended West Point.
In April of 1861, when civil war erupted in the United States, Hiram Berry quickly offered his services to his state. He was elected colonel of the 4th Maine Volunteer Infantry and would go on to lead this regiment at the First Battle of Bull Run. In March 1862 he was promoted to Brigadier General and commanded a brigade during the Peninsula Campaign at Williamsburg and Seven Pines. During the Seven Days he was engaged at Oak Grove, Glendale, Malvern Hill, and in December at Fredericksburg. In January of 1863 he was promoted to Major General and directed a division in critical fighting at the Battle of Chancellorsville. It was here on the morning of May 3, 1862, that he made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. He was the highest-ranking Union officer to be killed at Chancellorsville. This is the first biography of the celebrated Major General and presents his entire life story, from his unassuming birth to his heroic death.
This book is currently available for pre-sale from McFarland Publishing. Use the QR Code below for purchases.
Shenandoah Valley's Civil War History 