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The resurrection of the original book published in 1865 is both for the historian and genealogist. The history of the 130th New York Volunteers starts in July of 1862 with the call to create an army adequate to the task of hurling back the resistless tide of rebellion. It ends on April 9th 1865 at Appomattox Court House with the surrender of Lee and his entire army. Especially for those searching for their Civil War ancestor is the roster with detailed data of each persons company, rank and service. Updated with the addition of historical documents, letters of Corporal John K. Barrager, newspaper clipping and numerous pictures makes this book a treasure and pleasure to read. A must for both the historian and genealogist.

Customer Reviews Powell Books Gateshouse, Sept 29, 2010 ... 5 Stars This well researched and very readable book that includes era letters, anecdotes and portraits of many of the soldiers. An excellent volume for review of personel and military engagements from Deserted house, Va., jan. 30 1803 to Appomattox Church house (Lee's Surrender), April 9 1805. A necessary addition for any library as a supplement to the Civil War, to bring the war home to the reader. George Ann Almeter - Curator Warsaw Historical Society Gages House 15 Perry Ave. Warsaw, NY 14569 ___________________ dad2savvy, Sept. 25, 2010 ... 5 Stars The author offers a convenient opportunity to salute our boys in blue who were fighting an intractable war. This book is a reflection of men from various backgrounds in Western New York who answered Lincoln's call when the country needed them the most. We learn how they left for the seat of war as infantry, how they fought, out-maneuvered the Confederates as cavalry, and lived to see home once again. It's a resource for the serious historian, a must have for any library. Well done. ______________________ Barnes & Noble September 22, 2010 ... 5 Star Civil war buffs and researchers will love this book. Easy to read and full of names, dates, historical documents and lots of pictures. Truly a 5 Star Book ____________________ Amazon Books A treasure for History and Civil War Buffs, Sept 1, 2010 By Sheila: Ms Bedgood has done an exacting ,meticulous job of transcribing, updating and resourcing a long out of print rare book. Descendants will enjoy the photographs, documentation on an ancestor. This volume makes a great deal of specific information available to everyone with an interest. ____________________ Allegany County (NY) Listings Well Done! Sept. 23, 2010 By Ron: A very Attractive and well organized listing of a lot of Allegany County (NY) Civil War Bets. I would recommend everyone researching the Dragoons have a copy in their library. For a "first book" this author has done a splendid job! ____________________ A treasure of photos and data at your finger tips. Sept 23, 2010 By R. Yott "Bobby Lee" (Corning, NY USA) Ms. Bedgood has done a fine job arranging photos and putting names to the many faces of obscured and nearly forgotten men who served during one of our nation's darkest hour. A must have! ____________________ Civil War History and Roster of the First New Dragoons, Sept. 18, 2010 Mrs. Bedgood has done what on other has done and that is Write on a Western New York Regt. This is very well done and the Rosters are very easy to follow. Great for research. John Du Bois Historian ______________________ Book Review Sept.27, 2010 By Gayle, I just received a copy of your new book. I can fully imagine the amount of time and effort that went into it; the individual photographs in and of themselves are quite an accomplishment! This book is a wonderful tribute to your great-grandfather and those he served with. They were real people who helped shape our country and its history; they should not be forgotten. ____________________ Civil War Treasure, Sept. 25, 2010 By Arlene This book is a real treasure to those who are interested in Civil War history and especially to those of you who will find ancestors' names and pictures. ____________________