James G. Derrickson diary 1864-1865 Derrickson, James G. diary

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James G. Derrickson diary 1864-1865 Derrickson, James G. diary

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This volume consists of a serialized newspaper reprint of James G. Derrickson's Civil War diary concerning his time as a prisoner of war in the south. He wrote about food, shelter, sickness, morale, rumors, prayer meetings and sermons, and treatment by the Rebels.

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William L. Clements Library

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William L. Clements Library

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