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Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons is a historical non-fiction book written by John McElroy. The book is a comprehensive account of the Confederate military prison located in Andersonville, Georgia, during the American Civil War. McElroy's account is based on his own experience as a prisoner in Andersonville and on extensive research into the prison's history.The book begins with a description of the conditions that led to the creation of Andersonville, including the overcrowding of other prisons and the shortage of resources in the Confederate army. McElroy then describes the construction of the prison and the arrival of the first prisoners. He provides a detailed account of the daily life of the prisoners, including their struggles to obtain food, shelter, and medical care.McElroy also describes the various attempts made by the prisoners to escape, many of which were unsuccessful. He details the punishments that were meted out to prisoners who were caught trying to escape or who violated the prison's rules.The book also includes a discussion of the role of the Confederate government in the operation of Andersonville, as well as the efforts of the Union government to improve conditions for prisoners of war. McElroy provides a detailed account of the events that led to the eventual closure of Andersonville and the release of its prisoners.Overall, Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons is a powerful and moving account of one of the most notorious prisons in American history. McElroy's first-hand experience and meticulous research provide readers with a vivid and unforgettable picture of the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit.Fifteen Months A Guest Of The So-called--Southern Confederacy--a Private Soldiers Experience In Richmond, Andersonville, Savannah, Millen, Blackshear And Florence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- Auteur(s) :
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Contenu
- Nombre de pages :
- 456
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781419106897
- Date de parution :
- 17-06-04
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 190 mm x 235 mm
- Poids :
- 775 g
