Driggs' personal account of his experiences as a Union soldier during the Civil War provides a vivid and detailed picture of life on the front lines. From the trenches of Vicksburg to the swamps of Louisiana, Driggs' narrative is a testament to the bravery and fortitude of the men who fought and died for their country. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.