The Memoirs of General Turner Ashby and His Compeers: Annotated Edition

Acknowledged as the foremost biographer of Turner Ashby, Rev. James B. Avirett (1835-1912) was on the move with the 7th Virginia Cavalry brandishing the sword of the Spirit and the sword of corporeal defender of the Valley of Virginia. He was also the custodian of the documents of the unit, …

Acknowledged as the foremost biographer of Turner Ashby, Rev. James B. Avirett (1835-1912) was on the move with the 7th Virginia Cavalry brandishing the sword of the Spirit and the sword of corporeal defender of the Valley of Virginia.  He was also the custodian of the documents of the unit, and thoroughly qualified to write this intimate memoir of Ashby and those gallant men who rode with him. Originally published in 1867, this book is a "must read" for every student of Southern history, having been written by a participant of the action and serving as the intimate spiritual advisor to these chivalrous warriors.