Evidence Taken Before the Committee of the House of Representatives (Classic Reprint): Appointed to Enquire Into the Treatment of Prisoners at Castle Thunder - Couverture souple
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A Civil War prison, its guards, and the clash over punishment and justice. This book presents dueling accounts from a government inquiry into Castle Thunder, revealing how prisoners were treated, the challenges of managing a wartime penitentiary, and the defense offered by those in charge. It blends testimony, official correspondence, and defense to illuminate the pressures and loyalties that shaped a volatile era.
The material centers on investigations into cruelty and discipline, the rules used to govern prisoners, and the real risks faced by inmates and staff. Readers will encounter firsthand descriptions of conditions, procedures, and the intense scrutiny that accompanied wartime authority.
- Witness statements about treatment, punishment, and prison life.
- Reported interactions between prison staff, guards, and legal authorities.
- Arguments defending authority and the difficulties of governing a tense post.
- A glimpse of how a committee weighed evidence and sought accountability.
Ideal for readers of Civil War history and people curious about how wartime institutions tried to balance security, order, and humanity.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an examination into the treatment of prisoners of the Castle Thunder prison during the American Civil War. The author delves into the harsh living conditions, punishments, and controversies surrounding Confederate management of Union prisoners. Drawing on historical records and witness testimonies from both Confederate soldiers and Union prisoners, the author presents a comprehensive portrayal of the brutality and suffering that took place within the prison walls. The book goes beyond recounting events to explore the broader context of the conflict and the dehumanizing effects of war. It sheds light on the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by those involved and offers a somber reminder of the horrors of human conflict. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334298042_0
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