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Extracts from the Schirmer Diary, 1861, Part 4
Extracts from the Schirmer Diary, 1861, Part 3
Extracts from the Diary of Edmund Ruffin“February 13, 1861-December 13, 1864. Virginia. Selected items reflect the strong opinions of the fierce Virginia fire-eater as he observed…
Extracts from the Diary of Edmund Ruffin“Pres. Davis and retaliation, Federal devastation Lincoln's war policy, exchange of prisoners.”
Experience in Richmond Hospitals“Spring 1864. Richmond, Virginia. A former soldier recalls the realities of hospital days.”
Early Days of the War in Missouri“June-December 1861. Missouri. A recollection of the deep divisions of loyalty in a key border state.”
English Views of the Civil War: A Unique Excursion to Virginia, April 2-8, 1865“April 2-8, 1865. An unauthorized trip through the Federal blockade up the James River by a party of Englishmen. Moseley, an accountant from London,…
End of Vicksburg Campaign“1862- 1863. Mississippi and Mobile. A Confederate chaplain’s experiences near the frontlines of battle and a trip to Mobile.”
Early Confederate War Days“1861- 1862. A Presbyterian minister notes the first months of sectional conflict.”
Experience of Missouri Women“1864. Missouri. A Missouri Confederate recalls her daring and trying experiences to serve the CSA.”