Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons — Vol. IV

Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons — Vol. IV by John McElroy concludes his powerful account of the horrors endured by Union prisoners in Confederate captivity. This volume continues to document the suffering within Andersonville and other Southern prison camps detailing the final months of imprisonment as the Confederacy neared collapse. McElroy describes the worsening conditions the continued brutality of the guards and the prisoners' desperate hopes for liberation. He also recounts daring escape attempts and the growing death toll emphasizing the sheer inhumanity of the prison system.In addition to the personal experiences of the inmates McElroy provides insight into the post-war consequences of Andersonville including the trial and execution of Henry Wirz the camp’s notorious commandant. He reflects on the lasting effects of these experiences on the survivors and the national memory of the war. Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons — Vol. IV serves as both a historical record and a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by Union soldiers ensuring that the atrocities they faced are never forgotten.