Confederate Narratives in the Civil War Collection

The "Confederate Narratives in the Civil War Collection" offers a compelling firsthand look at the American Civil War through the eyes of key figures and civilians. Featuring memoirs from Prussian cavalry officer Johann von Borcke, Lieutenant-General James Longstreet, Southern plantation life during the blockade by Parthenia Hague, and the poignant journal of Eliza Frances Andrews, the collection captures diverse experiences and insights from the conflict's deeply transformative period. Each narrative contributes to our understanding of the war’s impact on both military leaders and ordinary citizens.