Five Months In Rebeldom

""Five Months in Rebeldom: Or Notes from the Diary of a Bull Run Prisoner, at Richmond"" is a historical non-fiction book written by William Howard Merrell in 1862. The book is a personal account of Merrell's experiences as a prisoner of war during the American Civil War. Merrell, a Union soldier, was captured during the First Battle of Bull Run and spent five months in a Confederate prison in Richmond, Virginia. The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the conditions of the prison, including the harsh treatment of prisoners, the lack of food and medical care, and the daily struggles of survival. Merrell also writes about his fellow prisoners and their attempts to escape or communicate with the outside world. The book offers a unique perspective on the Civil War and the experiences of prisoners of war during this period. It is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of the American Civil 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.