Absalom Grimes, Confederate Mail Runner

By Absalom Carlisle Grimes

"Absalom Grimes, Confederate Mail Runner" is a gripping first-person account of the daring exploits of Captain Absalom Carlisle Grimes during the American Civil War. Serving as a secret mail carrier for the Confederate forces, Grimes navigated the dangerous corridors between the front lines and the families left behind, operating primarily along the Mississippi River and throughout the Western Theater. This memoir details his numerous captures, narrow escapes from Union authorities, and the ingenious methods used to smuggle correspondence past enemy lines.

Beyond the thrill of wartime adventure, the work provides a unique perspective on the logistical and personal challenges faced by those operating in the shadows of the conflict. Grimes offers vivid descriptions of his interactions with notable figures of the era and the civilian experience in a divided nation. As a significant primary source, this narrative sheds light on the clandestine operations that supported morale and communication within the Confederacy, making it an essential read for students of military history and those interested in the human stories of the Civil War.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025256123
• ISBN13: 9781025256122
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"