Colonels in Blue--U.S. Colored Troops, U.S. Armed Forces, Staff Officers and Special Units

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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.