Publisher's Synopsis
Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons is a historical non-fiction book written by John McElroy. The book describes the conditions and events that took place in the Confederate military prison located in Andersonville, Georgia during the American Civil War. The author, who was a Union soldier and prisoner in Andersonville, provides a firsthand account of the brutal treatment, disease, and starvation that prisoners endured. The book begins with a brief history of the Civil War and the establishment of Andersonville. It then delves into the daily life of prisoners, including the lack of food, water, and medical care. McElroy also describes the harsh punishments inflicted on prisoners for minor infractions, such as attempting to escape. The book also includes descriptions of the prison's leadership, including Captain Henry Wirz, who was later tried and executed for war crimes. McElroy provides insight into the motivations and actions of the prison guards and their superiors, as well as the experiences of prisoners from different regions and backgrounds. Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons is a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most notorious prisons in American history. It provides a valuable perspective on the experiences of prisoners during the Civil War and the conditions that shaped their lives.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.
