Paul G. Zeller Talks about Williamstown Civil War Heroes and Ordinary Men

Dateline: Nov 30, 2010

Montpelier, Vt. – Far from the front lines of the War Between the States, Williamstown, Vermont made undeniable contributions to the United States Army. Much like today’s involvement in war, ordinary citizens fought in battles, told incredible stories of adventure, and returned home bearing scars of battle or perished in the attempt. On December 15, there will be a public appearance, presentation, and book signing by Paul G. Zeller at the Vermont History Museum in downtown Montpelier, 109 State Street at 6:30 pm.

Paul G. Zeller reveals tales of many brave men in his newly released book, Williamstown Vermont in the Civil War. While researching for the revision of Williamstown’s town history book, Paul discovered information about men who enlisted in Williamstown or Williamstown natives who served in other state units or the Regular Army. Some men joined to defend the Union, others joined for adventure, and yet others joined for the large cash bounties that were offered later in the war. These were common ordinary men who left their legacy during and after this Civil War. Paul is leaving his own legacy―all proceeds from the book will benefit the Williamstown Historical Society. “The year 2011 commemorates Vermont’s Civil War Sesquicentennial and this book is a thoughtful local reflection on how the war’s legacy continues to play out today,” noted Mark Hudson, executive director of the Vermont Historical Society.