Long Island and the Civil War: Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Counties During the War Between the States

by Harrison Hunt, Harrison Hunt

Although no battles were fought on Long Island, the Civil War deeply affected all of its residents. More than three thousand men--white and black--from current-day Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Counties answered the call to preserve the Union. While Confederate ships lurked within eight miles of Montauk Point, camps in Mineola and Willets Point trained regiments. Local women raised thousands of dollars for Union hospitals, and Long Island companies manufactured uniforms, drums and medicines for the army. At the same time, a little-remembered draft riot occurred in Jamaica in 1863. Local authors Harrison Hunt and Bill Bleyer explore this fascinating story, from the 1860 presidential campaign that polarized the region to the wartime experiences of Long Islanders on the battlefield and at home.

176 pages, Paperback

First published April 6, 2015

Reviews

[K.j. · Rating 5 out of 5]

very interesting read, from the start of the war to the end, highlighting the units that most Long Islanders served, etc. probably the most comprehensive book on Long Island during the Civil War. glad i was able to get it autographed. even found out someone from my town served in the Civil War! now i just need to go to Gettysburg and see the monument for the Long Island Troops. If you're a Civil War historian type of fellow, you'll like this book.

[Jim Swike · Rating 5 out of 5]

Extremely well-written and well detailed story of Long Island and the Civil War. Local Historians will especially find it a great read. Enjoy!

[Mary Tuohy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was very informative as well as interesting. I learned many facts that I was unaware of and highly recommend this book.