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This creek was usually dry in the summer, but at the time of the spring rains it became a turbulent stream, overflowing its banks and doing damage all out of proportion to its size. During the legislative session of 1837, commissioners were appointed to study the situation and to construct a ditch large and deep enough to accommodate the water of this small stream.1 The work consisted mainly of straightening and deepening the existing bed to allow better flowage and thus do away with the occasional stagnant places which in summer became evil-smelling mudholes and breeding places for the mosquito. This improvement was called the State Ditch, and later, by the prisoners of Camp Morton, the Potomac.
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- Publication date2018
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- ISBN 13 9781527843738
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- Number of pages185
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating history of Camp Morton, a once-familiar site in Indianapolis that transformed from a peaceful grove into a bustling training ground for Union soldiers during the Civil War. The author meticulously traces the camp's evolution, highlighting its role in shaping the lives of thousands of young men who answered the call to arms. The narrative vividly portrays the challenges faced by recruits and officers alike, from inadequate housing and clothing to the constant struggle for palatable rations. Camp life is brought to life through anecdotes of daily drills, recreational activities, and the unwavering support of the Ladies' Patriotic Association. As the war progressed, Camp Morton took on a new purpose ΓΆβ β housing Confederate prisoners of war. The author explores the complexities of this transition, detailing the efforts to provide humane treatment amidst the turmoil of conflict. The book sheds light on the experiences of prisoners, their interactions with the local community, and the administrative challenges of managing a prisoner-of-war camp. Ultimately, this book offers a profound reflection on the human cost of war, the resilience of the human spirit, and the enduring legacy of a place that witnessed both the fervor of patriotism and the plight of those caught in its midst. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781527843738_0
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