Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta

About this book

In the tumultuous backdrop of the American Civil War, "Four Months in Libby and the Campaign Against Atlanta" by I. N. Johnston offers a gripping firsthand account of military life and the stark realities of imprisonment. Captured while serving in the Sixth Kentucky Volunteer Infantry, Johnston vividly recounts the harrowing conditions of Libby Prison, where the struggle for survival often overshadowed the fight for freedom. His narrative emphasizes the resilience of the human spirit amid despair and highlights the critical military strategies surrounding the Atlanta Campaign. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document serves as a vital resource for understanding the complexities of wartime experiences and the enduring quest for liberty.