Bob, in addition to a detailed biographical and military sketch of each colonel, in most cases Bruce also included a quote from one or more of the man's contemporaries, giving an assessment of the officer's character and reputation.

For example, Col. Asa Stokely Morgan (26th Arkansas) -- "a gentleman of great intelligence, high integrity and first rate business capacity."

Col. Thomas Jefferson Morgan (5th/8th Arkansas Cavalry) -- "not a business or military man like Col. Newton, but much more beliked by men and officers."

Some of the quotes are real gems, and give you an idea of the inner man.