"Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta," by I. N. Johnston, offers a compelling firsthand account of a soldier's experiences during the American Civil War. This historical narrative details the harrowing realities of imprisonment in Libby Prison, a notorious Confederate prison, alongside a vivid recounting of service within the Kentucky Infantry Regiment during the pivotal Atlanta Campaign.
Johnston's detailed observations provide invaluable insight into the daily lives of soldiers, the brutal conditions of captivity, and the strategic maneuvers of a crucial military campaign. This book serves as a significant primary source for understanding the human cost of the Civil War, offering a personal perspective on the events that shaped American history. It is essential reading for anyone interested in military history, the Civil War period, and the experiences of soldiers on both sides of the conflict. Experience history through the eyes of a participant in "Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta."
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