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A Southern Woman's Bravery
“1863. Vicksburg to Brandon, Mississippi. A confederate veteran recalls how a brave woman—assisted by a Union captain from Wisconsin—save her family’s treasures from Yankee plunderers.”
A Monotony Full of Sadness: The Diary of Nadine Turchin, May, 1863-April, 1864
“May 26, 1863-April 26, 1864. Wife of Brigadier General John Basil Tuchin who followed her husband to Tennessee. She was critical of everyone in charge of the conduct of the war, especially those who were profiting from the war. She noted her views…
A Wayside Hospital
“1863-1865. High Point, North Carolina. A lady recalls local efforts to assist wounded soldiers at a hospital located in a converted hotel.”
A Confederate Menu
“July 4, 1863. Vicksburg, Mississippi. A pleasant spoof of confederate food shortages at the siege of Vicksburg.”
A Night with Guerillas
“January 1863. Unknown place. An account of an unwilling jaunt with guerillas.”
