Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field: Southern Adventure in Time of War

Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field: Southern Adventure in Time of War
Author: Thomas Wallace Knox
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2023-08-12
Genre: History
ISBN:

Thomas Wallace Knox's 'Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field: Southern Adventure in Time of War' provides readers with a riveting account of his adventures in the Southern states during the American Civil War. Written in a vivid and engaging style, the book offers a first-hand perspective on the significant events and people of the time, immersing readers in the tumultuous atmosphere of the war-torn South. Knox's intricate details and descriptive narrative transport readers back to a crucial period in American history, capturing the essence of the era with precision and insight. His storytelling prowess shines through in every chapter, making this book a valuable addition to Civil War literature. Thomas Wallace Knox's personal experiences as a journalist and war correspondent undoubtedly influenced his decision to write this book. His unique perspective and adventurous spirit enabled him to witness historical events firsthand, giving him the authority to provide an authentic and compelling narrative. Through 'Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field,' Knox offers readers a rare glimpse into the heart of the Civil War, shedding light on the human experiences and struggles that defined the era. I recommend this book to anyone interested in American history, particularly the Civil War period. Knox's captivating storytelling and in-depth knowledge make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.

Camp-fire and Cotton-field

Camp-fire and Cotton-field
Author: Thomas W. Knox
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2022-03-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3752587652

Reprint of the original, first published in 1865. Southern Adventure in time of war. Life with the union armies, and residence on a Louisiana Plantation.

Freedom Soldiers

Freedom Soldiers
Author: Assistant Professor of History Jonathan Lande
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2024-10-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 019753175X

Freedom Soldiers examines the lives of formerly enslaved men who deserted the US Army during the Civil War and their experiences in army camps, courts, and prisons. It explores their reasons for leaving, often through their own voices from courts-martial testimony.

African American Soldier in the Civil War

African American Soldier in the Civil War
Author: Mark Lardas
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2012-01-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 178096367X

Approximately 200,000 African Americans fought for the Union during the Civil War. Initially, many white soldiers doubted their bravery and skill; they were soon proved wrong. The United States Colored Troops performed countless acts of courage, most famously at the battle of Fort Wagner where the 54th Massachusetts marched forth and scaled the parapets, only to be driven back in fierce hand-to-hand combat. Through fascinating first-hand accounts, this title examines the journey of the African American from slave to soldier to free man, ultimately providing a fascinating insight into the impact that these brave men had on the war and how it influenced their lives thereafter.

Tempest over Texas

Tempest over Texas
Author: Donald S. Frazier
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
Total Pages: 474
Release: 2020-09-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1933337850

Tempest Over Texas: The Fall and Winter Campaigns, 1863–1864 is the fourth installment in Dr. Donald S. Frazier’s award-winning Louisiana Quadrille series. Picking up the story of the Civil War in Louisiana and Texas after the fall of Port Hudson and Vicksburg, Tempest Over Texas describes Confederate confusion on how to carry on in the Trans-Mississippi given the new strategic realities. Likewise, Federal forces gathered from Memphis to New Orleans were in search of a new mission. International intrigues and disasters on distant battlefields would all conspire to confuse and perplex war-planners. One thing remained, however. The Stars and Stripes needed to fly once again in Texas, and as soon as possible.