The Legionaries: A Story Of The Great Raid is a novel written by Henry Scott Clark. It is set during the Great Raid, a historical event that took place during the American Civil War. The story follows a group of Confederate soldiers, known as the Legionaries, who are tasked with carrying out a daring raid on a Union stronghold in Kentucky.The main character of the novel is Captain James Dearing, a seasoned soldier who leads the Legionaries on their mission. Along with his men, Dearing must navigate through enemy territory, avoid detection, and ultimately launch a surprise attack on the Union garrison.As the story unfolds, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey through the harsh terrain of Kentucky and the intense battles that take place between the Confederates and the Union soldiers. The Legionaries face numerous challenges along the way, including treacherous weather conditions, dangerous terrain, and unexpected setbacks.Despite these obstacles, Dearing and his men remain steadfast in their mission and ultimately succeed in their raid on the Union stronghold. The novel is a gripping tale of bravery, determination, and sacrifice, and provides a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by soldiers during the American Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.