Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond (1862)

Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond (1862) is a non-fiction book written by William Charles Harris. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experience as a prisoner of war in the Confederate prison in Richmond, Virginia, during the American Civil War. Harris was a Union soldier who was captured during the Battle of Seven Pines and was held in the tobacco warehouse in Richmond, which was converted into a prison for Union soldiers. The book describes the appalling conditions of the prison, including overcrowding, lack of sanitation, and inadequate food and medical care. Harris also details the brutal treatment of the prisoners by the Confederate guards, who were known for their cruelty and violence. The author provides a vivid and harrowing account of the daily life of the prisoners, including their struggles to survive in the harsh conditions and their attempts to escape.Prison Life In The Tobacco Warehouse At Richmond is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the experiences of prisoners of war during the Civil War. The book is also a powerful indictment of the inhumane treatment of prisoners and the horrors of war.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.