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The Mule Soldiers
- A Novel of the American Civil War
- Narrated by: Kevin O'Brien
- Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins
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Summary
On a balmy day in April 1863, Union Colonel Abel D. Streight, at the head of a brigade of federal infantry, set out on a 220-mile ride to destroy the Western and Atlantic railroad at Rome, Georgia. The most fascinating thing about the raid is that Streight's brigade of four infantry regiments, almost 1,800 soldiers, was mounted on mules, a huge problem in itself; few of his men had ever ridden a horse, let alone a mule. But not only did Streight have almost 1,600 stubborn and wily animals to contend with, he soon found himself being relentlessly pursued by the inimitable Confederate cavalry commander, General Nathan Bedford Forrest.
The raid soon turned into a running battle between Streight's raiders and Forrest's cavalry. For Streight, it was a long and tortuous journey across Northern Alabama. For Forrest, it was one defeat after another at the hands of the very "able" Abel Streight, even though he, Forrest, had the advantage of home territory and the sympathy and aid of the local populace.
There are some wildly hilarious moments involving the mules and their new masters; or is it the other way around? There's plenty of action and suspense and an unforgettable cast of characters, real and fictional, animal and human; some you will come to love, some...not so much.
They say that truth is stranger than fiction. This amazing story proves the point, for the end of the story is...well, unbelievable.
The Mule Soldiers is the true story - fictionalized - of Colonel Abel Streight's raid into Northern Alabama that took place from April 19th to May 3rd of 1863. It is an enthralling and bittersweet story that will stay with you long after you have you have finished listening to it.
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- Longears
- 10-10-20
A fascinating story in American history
I really liked this audiobook. I found it engrossing how chance and character involved had more influence than numbers and armaments.
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- Rayc
- 13-11-20
A really good read
A really good and entertaining read/listen.
The subtle mix of history and fictional conversations.
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- Cyndi
- 02-06-21
A great book!
I really enjoy reading this author's books or listening to them. Whether it be historical fiction based on true events or his Harry Stark or Kate Gazzara series. There is always lots of action and this story has lots of it. I found it very interesting how these men were able to carry on through such difficult circumstances.
I received a free code from Audiobooks Unleashed to listen to this book. This review is my own honest opinion.
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- Mr. R. Hempel
- 13-11-20
very well told & written
clear & presise speaking,a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat & wanting more.differcult to wait for the next one.
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