Fifteen Months in Dixie; Or, My Personal Experience in Rebel Prisons

"Fifteen Months in Dixie; Or, My Personal Experience in Rebel Prisons" by William W. Day is a gripping memoir that puts readers on the front lines and in the prison cells of the Civil War. It follows Day's journey from an eager Union soldier to a captive in Confederate prisons, painting a picture of the brutal realities faced by those captured during the war. The memoir starts by setting the scene, recalling when the Civil War began and Day decided to join the army. A major turning point is when Day vividly describes fighting in the Battle of Chickamauga, where, despite his bravery, he is captured. As Day transitions from soldier to prisoner, the tone shifts, hinting at the difficult times ahead as he prepares to endure the physical and emotional challenges of life in Rebel prisons.