From flag to flag : $b A woman's adventures and experiences in the South during the war, in Mexico, and in Cuba

"From Flag to Flag" by Eliza McHatton-Ripley is a recollection of one woman’s saga through the throes of war and beyond. Journey through a transformative period in time starting with her tranquil existence on a Louisiana plantation, aptly named Arlington, and continuing to her struggle for survival during the American Civil War as she supports the Confederate cause. The narrative then propels us across borders during her trips through Mexico and Cuba. From the eyes of a woman, this book paints a vivid picture of societal and political unrest, giving a front seat view of the era’s monumental impact on families and whole communities in these disparate regions.