Picturing a Biographical Essay Essay Example - Albert S. Green Page 9 of 13 |
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Portrait of Union Sergeant A picture of Albert S. Green has not yet been discovered. However, Albert's military record indicates that he was a 5'6" tall man with brown hair, blue eyes, and a light complexion. Albert mustered into the military as a sergeant. |
Civil War letters and military records provide information about the lives of Union soldiers. Albert S. Green is a figure who can be learned about through these primary sources. Letters written by Alonzo Bump, a Union private and Albert's friend, as well as Albert's muster record offer insightful glimpses into Albert's military life. Although Albert seemed devoted to the Union cause, his story is not one in which hard work resulted in military advancement.
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