A firsthand Civil War memoir of capture, endurance, and life behind enemy lines in 1864.
The book gathers battlefield memories and personal experiences from Civil War veterans. In this edition, Henry Burrage’s vivid account of a routine patrol turning into a daring capture unfolds with plain, steady language and clear, human detail. It pairs personal narrative with historical context, offering a window into military life, imprisonment, and the challenges soldiers faced far from home.
Readers get a direct voice from the era, including the sequence of events that led from a routine assignment to a difficult confinement across multiple prison camps, and the resilience shown by those who endured months of hardship. The narrative moves from front-line duty to the complexities of captivity, making it a compelling entry point for those curious about Civil War experiences and the human side of war.
- A vivid, personal account of capture and the subsequent treatment of a prisoner of war.
- Scenes of daily life in prison camps, including exchanges of papers and moments of camaraderie under pressure.
- Insight into the logistics of prisoner swaps, parole, and the shifting tides of wartime captivity.
- Context within a longer collection of veteran papers that document Civil War experiences.
Ideal for readers of Civil War memoirs and historical collections seeking an intimate look at prisoner life and veteran recollections.