Observations Of An Illinois Boy In Battle, Camp And Prisons: 1861 To 1865 (1910)

Observations Of An Illinois Boy In Battle, Camp And Prisons: 1861 To 1865 is a memoir written by Henry Harrison Eby in 1910. The book details Eby's experiences as a soldier in the American Civil War, specifically as a member of the 81st Illinois Infantry Regiment. Throughout the book, Eby provides a firsthand account of his time in battle, including his involvement in the Siege of Vicksburg and the Battle of Atlanta. He also describes the daily life of a soldier in camp, such as the struggles with disease and the monotony of waiting for orders. Additionally, Eby details his time as a prisoner of war, including his capture at the Battle of Franklin and his imprisonment at Andersonville and Cahaba prisons. He provides insight into the harsh conditions and treatment of prisoners during the war. Overall, Observations Of An Illinois Boy In Battle, Camp And Prisons: 1861 To 1865 offers a unique perspective on the Civil War through the eyes of a soldier who experienced the realities of war firsthand.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.