Yankees in Rebel Prisons

By Samuel Harris

Yankees in Rebel Prisons, by Samuel Harris, offers a harrowing first-hand account of the experiences of Union soldiers held captive in Confederate prisons during the American Civil War. Harris, himself a prisoner, vividly portrays the brutal conditions, starvation, and disease that characterized these infamous institutions. The book provides a detailed look into the daily struggles for survival faced by the prisoners, including their efforts to maintain morale and find hope amidst despair.

This compelling narrative sheds light on a dark chapter in American history, revealing the human cost of war and the resilience of the human spirit. Harris's eyewitness testimony serves as a valuable historical document, providing insight into the realities of imprisonment and the psychological impact on those who endured it. "Yankees in Rebel Prisons" remains a significant contribution to the literature of the Civil War, offering a poignant and unforgettable portrayal of suffering and survival.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 117209750X
• ISBN13: 9781172097500
• Release Date: October 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"