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Roger D. Hunt

    Roger Hunt specializes in sustainability, old houses, and both traditional and modern building materials and construction. His work, inspired by a lifelong fascination with history and building techniques, often explores how contemporary approaches can be applied to renovating and maintaining older structures. Hunt's style is characterized by a deep understanding of the technical aspects of building, coupled with a sensitive appreciation for aesthetics and history. His writing serves as a valuable resource for homeowners and building professionals alike.

    Rural Britain: Then and Now
    Colonels in Blue--Missouri and the Western States and Territories
    Colonels in Blue--Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin
    Colonels in Blue--U.S. Colored Troops, U.S. Armed Forces, Staff Officers and Special Units
    Colonels in Blue--Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia
    Colonels in Blue--Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee
    • Colonels in Blue--Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee

      A Civil War Biographical Dictionary

      • 260 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Focusing on the often-overlooked Union army colonels from Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee, this biographical dictionary offers detailed sketches of their Civil War service. Organized by state and regiment, it highlights the contributions of these officers, many of whom remained colonels without achieving higher ranks. This work fills a significant gap in scholarship, shedding light on the lives and military experiences of these individuals who have largely been neglected in historical accounts.

      Colonels in Blue--Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee
    • Colonels in Blue--Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia

      A Civil War Biographical Dictionary

      • 230 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Focusing on the Union army colonels from Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia, this biographical dictionary provides detailed entries organized by state and regiment. Each entry highlights the military service of the colonels, many of whom remained at the rank of colonel and have been largely overlooked in previous scholarship. This work aims to shed light on these often-ignored figures in military history.

      Colonels in Blue--Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia
    • Colonels in Blue--U.S. Colored Troops, U.S. Armed Forces, Staff Officers and Special Units

      A Civil War Biographical Dictionary

      • 322 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Focusing on the leadership of Union colonels during the Civil War, this final volume of the Colonels in Blue series highlights those who commanded regiments of the U.S. Colored Troops, Regular Army, Marine Corps, and Sharpshooters. It also features colonels who served in various roles, including staff officers and those in lesser-known units like the Veteran Volunteer Infantry and the Veteran Reserve Corps, providing a comprehensive look at their contributions and experiences.

      Colonels in Blue--U.S. Colored Troops, U.S. Armed Forces, Staff Officers and Special Units
    • Colonels in Blue--Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin

      A Civil War Biographical Dictionary

      • 318 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Focusing on Union army colonels, this biographical dictionary offers detailed sketches of regimental commanders from Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Each entry includes a synopsis of their Civil War service and biographical information, with many profiles published for the first time. The book also features photographs when available, providing a unique glimpse into the lives and contributions of these military leaders during a pivotal moment in American history.

      Colonels in Blue--Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin
    • Colonels in Blue--Missouri and the Western States and Territories

      A Civil War Biographical Dictionary

      • 250 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Focusing on Union army colonels from Missouri and western States during the Civil War, this biographical dictionary provides detailed accounts of officers who remained at the rank of colonel. The seventh volume in a series, it features concise biographical excerpts alongside photographs, many of which are published for the first time, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of these military figures.

      Colonels in Blue--Missouri and the Western States and Territories
    • Rural Britain: Then and Now

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      This work is a celebration of the British countryside and how it has changed over the last 140 years using photographs from the Francis Frith Collection.

      Rural Britain: Then and Now