Captain Eben Fiske: A Question of Honor and Courage
Life on the Civil War Research Trail
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Captain Eben W. Fiske of the 13th Massachusetts Infantry left behind a legacy that includes sketches from his army life—and questions about his character as a military officer. Here's his story.
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