Prisoners Of War, 1861-65: A Record Of Personal Experiences And A Study Of The Condition And Treatment Of Prisoners On Both Sides During The War

By Thomas Sturgis

Book Overview

""Prisoners Of War, 1861-65"" is a historical book that was written by Thomas Sturgis in 1912. The book provides a detailed record of personal experiences of prisoners of war during the American Civil War. It also studies the condition and treatment of prisoners on both sides during the war. The author has gathered information from various sources such as official reports, personal accounts, and newspapers. The book describes the harsh conditions that the prisoners had to endure, including overcrowding, disease, and lack of proper food and clothing. It also highlights the mistreatment of prisoners by both Union and Confederate forces. The author has provided a comprehensive overview of the prison camps, including Andersonville, Camp Douglas, and Elmira. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War and the treatment of prisoners of war during that time.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054868037X
• ISBN13: 9780548680377
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"