Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond (1862)

Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond is a memoir written by William Charles Harris in 1862. The book provides a detailed account of his experience as a prisoner of war during the American Civil War. Harris was a member of the 1st Maryland Infantry, which fought for the Union Army. He was captured by Confederate forces in 1861 and was held in the tobacco warehouse in Richmond, Virginia, for several months.The book describes the conditions of the prison, which was overcrowded and unsanitary. Harris provides a vivid description of the daily routine of the prisoners, including their meager rations and the harsh treatment they received from the guards. He also describes the various diseases that plagued the prisoners and the lack of medical care they received.Harris also provides insights into the social dynamics of the prison, including the relationships between the prisoners and the ways in which they coped with their confinement. He also discusses the role of religion in the lives of the prisoners and the ways in which they found spiritual comfort in their dire circumstances.Overall, Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond is a powerful and moving account of the experiences of prisoners of war during the American Civil War. It provides a valuable historical record of the conditions and treatment of prisoners during this tumultuous period in American history.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.