by Kevin Horgan (Author)
The March of the Orphans is a historical fiction book by Kevin Horgan on the Civil War Battle of Stones River. One of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War, the Battle of Stones River (also known as Murfreesboro) was almost a tied battle, but the pride of General Bragg forced one last rebel attack, and a superior Union Army routed the confederates on January 2, 1863, after three days of fighting. All of the Kentucky Confederate regiments were known as "Orphans," as both the United and Confederate States of America had a star on their flags, claiming allegiance of the state. In this battle, Major General Breckenridge, former vice president of the United States, led the "Orphan Brigade" of Kentucky volunteers. The March of the Orphans is an enlightening, entertaining book about a remarkable time in United States history.