Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta by I. N. Johnston
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"Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta" by I. N. Johnston is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. It chronicles the experiences of the author, who was a captain in the Sixth Kentucky Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War, detailing his imprisonment in Libby Prison, his daring escape, and the campaign against Atlanta. The narrative reflects on the harsh realities of war and the personal valor required
to overcome adversity, focusing on the challenges he faced alongside his fellow soldiers. The opening of the book sets the tone for an engaging personal narrative as Johnston introduces himself as a soldier motivated by patriotism and duty. He expresses the emotional turmoil and physical hardships experienced during battles, captives, and escapes, intending to awaken empathy in readers for the sacrifices soldiers make for their country. Johnston provides insight into his motivations for serving, the camaraderie shared with other soldiers, and the historical significance of their struggle. The beginning paints a vivid picture of military life and the grim realities faced by soldiers during that tumultuous period, effectively drawing the reader into the stark world of Civil War combat, captivity, and the quest for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Johnston, I. N. (Isaac N.) |
|---|---|
| Title | Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta |
| Credits |
Produced by John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | Atlanta Campaign, 1864 |
| Subject | Libby Prison |
| Subject | United States. Army. Kentucky Infantry Regiment, 6th (1861-1864) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54065 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 324 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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