Capture and Escape: A Narrative of Army and Prison Life by John Azor Kellogg
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| Author | Kellogg, John Azor, 1828-1883 |
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| LoC No. | 09004598 |
| Title | Capture and Escape: A Narrative of Army and Prison Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Capture and Escape: A Narrative of Army and Prison Life" by John Azor Kellogg is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the experiences of Kellogg, a captain in the Union Army, following his capture during the Civil War and the subsequent trials he faced in Confederate prisons. The author details themes of bravery, survival, and the camaraderie among soldiers, offering a personal glimpse into the life of a prisoner of war during this tumultuous period. At the start of the work, the author sets the scene for the events leading to his capture, describing the atmosphere of anticipation among Union soldiers before a battle near the Rapidan River. Kellogg introduces key characters, including his fellow officers and the dynamics within the Iron Brigade. The narrative shifts quickly to the chaos of battle, culminating in Kellogg's wounding and capture. He vividly portrays the subsequent journey through Confederate territory to Lynchburg, laying the groundwork for his experiences in the brutal prison system, hinted at with the mention of planned escapes and the grim realities of life behind bars. The opening leaves readers with a sense of the uncertainties ahead, both in terms of survival and the desperation to regain freedom amidst the horrors of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Prisoners and prisons |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51451 |
| Release Date | Mar 14, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 52 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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