3rd South Carolina, "Far, Far from Home: The Wartime Letters of Dick and Tally Simpson, 3rd South Carolina Volunteers," edited by Guy R. Everson and Edward H. Simpson, Jr. Like the 2nd South Carolina, the 3rd formed part of Kershaw's brigade (see 2nd SC above), serving in the same campaigns and battles as its sister regiment. The Simpson's letters, arranged chronologically, cover the period from April 14, 1861 through September 4, 1863. Dick Simpson fell in 1862 and was discharged. Brother Talley, however, continued to serve until his death at the Battle of Chickamauga. Like Barber's diaries, these often poignant letters not only tell the story of the 3rd South Carolina through the eyes of two of its members but offer a richness of detail that only thoughtful men involved in the terrible business of war can evoke. (excerpts of an article by Charles N. Norville). 316 pages, cost $ 35.00.
3rd South Carolina, "A History of the Third South Carolina Infantry, 1861-1865," by Mac Wyckoff, 330 pages, maps, 1995 issue, cost $ 30.00. Currently out of print, Mac informs me that the someday another edition will be released. Check out this website. See below....
3rd South Carolina Volunteer Infantry, "A History of the 3rd South Carolina Infantry Regiment: Lee's Reliables," by Mac Wyckoff. 539 pages, photos, maps, illustrations, and index. The unit history is followed by a roster of the 1,757 troops in the 3rd South Carolina Infantry Regiment, along with detailed information on each soldier, including a transcription of his service record. Available from Broadfoot Publishing Company, Wilmington, NC for $ 40.00