The Forgotten Marines : Prelude to Civil War -- Harper's Ferry, October 1859

Paperback Edition with Annotated Content FORTITUDINE. A chronicle of the U.S. Marines' assignment to, preparation for, and direct participation in the precarious October 1859 conflict at Harper's Ferry, Virginia - John Brown's raid and his capture. An enlivening and accurately detailed historical fiction narrative of the most significant prelude to our Civil War. This novel includes over 400 informational annotations embedded in the text and a 48-page Appendix. Both are designed to further enlighten the reader regarding the following key contributors to this event: the Marines themselves, the B&O Railroad, the town of Harper"s Ferry, and the U.S. Armory/Arsenal. As a tribute to all past, present, and future USMC active & reserve personnel, veterans, and retirees, this story brings to life a long-forgotten episode in Marine Corps history. Thank you for your service andsd self-sacrifice! . SEMPER FI.