Paperback book is titled, “SOCIETY OF THE ARMY OF THE POTOMAC, NINETEENTH ANNUAL REUNION, HELD AT GETTYSBURG, PA. JULY 1^ST, 2^ND, 7 3^RD, 1888. REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS.”. Decorative border surrounds the title, and an image of a medal is in the center. Gold gilt accents the lettering and images. Back cover has a patriotic image of an eagle with crossed flags, guns and a drum.

Book opens up with the list of officers, naming Major General Joshua Chamberlain as the President, with a list of vice-presidents including Generals Sickles and Meade. This reunion was headquartered at the Springs Hotel and veterans of both sides were camped at several locations on the battlefield. Text contains the orations of all who spoke at the event, as well as the constitution and by-laws of the organization and more lists of officers.  Back section of book has a 68 page long list of members of the Society of the Army of the Potomac. The speeches are honoring the bravery of the soldiers of both sides, and emphasize the reunification of the country.

Book is in good condition with some wear and light chipping on the edges. Paper has lightly yellowed with age. Binding is tight with no pages missing.

Book measures 5 ¾” x 9 ½”. Text contains 156 pages plus an additional 6 pages of ads from New York businesses.    [SM]

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