Prison Diary of Michael Dougherty

In this gripping audiobook, Michael Dougherty, a young Irish soldier, recounts his harrowing experiences during the American Civil War as he endures imprisonment in various Confederate prison camps. Captured with 126 fellow soldiers, Dougherty kept a secret diary over 23 months, chronicling the brutal realities of camp life, particularly the notorious conditions at Andersonville, Georgia. As the sole survivor of his group, his poignant reflections provide a stark glimpse into the suffering and resilience of those enduring the horrors of war.