"I research, write and self-publish each title that I complete in limited quantity and sell my books directly to the public. I use secondary sources only when necessary; I prefer using primary sources that have never been published before which make my published works unique."
"I want you to know that I am glad for the attention you have given Mississippi troops in the Civil War-Especially the 6th Miss. which has ever held a special place in my heart."
H. Grady Howell
Author & HIstorian
H. Grady Howell, Jr., born in Biloxi, is a ninth generation Mississippian. He holds both B.A. and M.A. degrees in History from Southeastern Louisiana University as well as diplomas in archivy from the National Archives (Washington, D.C.) and Emory University-Georgia Department of Archives and History (Atlanta, GA).
His literary credits include: His literary credits include: To Live and Die in Dixie, A History of the Third Mississippi Infantry, C.S.A., 150 Anniversary Shiloh [MS] United Methodist Church 1828-1978, Going to Meet the Yankees, A History of the "Bloody Sixth" Mississippi Infantry, C. S., and Hill of Death, The Battle of Champion Hill.. He wrote the Foreward and compiled the Index to the reprint of Dunbar Rowland's classic 1908 work, Military History of Mississippi 1803-1898.He has also authored and been involved in producing numerous historical articles and books.
A former Sgt. and Jet fighter mechanic with the U.S. Air Force's 4780th Air Defense Wing, Mr. Howell holds membership in Phi Alpha Theta (International Historical Honor Society); Mississippi Historical Society (Lifetime); Sons of Confederate Veterans (Jefferson Davis Camp No. 635); and is chairman of The Bonnie Blue Society of the S.C.V.
He is married to Gail Ann Wamsley, formerly of Baton Rouge. They have two children, Daniel Grady and Lori Anne, and reside in Madison, Mississippi.