(Kathy’s A to Z blog posts are tidbits of fact gleaned from her research for her historical fiction novel LIKE A RIVER.)
Andersonville is a tiny town not far from Columbus, Georgia. It still looks much as it did 150 years ago, when it became known for the infamous prison camp that was built nearby.
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| Wirz monument |
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| Andersonville Visitor Center & Museum |
The town also has shops and museums, where one can find historical relics and documents. There are bills of sale for slaves alongside letters written by Civil War officers. It’s a treasure trove for a history buff like me.
It sounds like one of those towns easily overlooked but well worth visiting!
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is, Karen. Thanks for your comment.
DeleteHe may be dead, but his monument lives on...
ReplyDeleteAs a door nail. But how many door nails have monuments?
DeleteGood start - and we meet again:D
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DeleteOh, how interesting! I once played with an idea for a story involving Andersonville in the Civil War but never really got anywhere with it. Maybe someday though. Love history so I'm looking forward to your theme.
ReplyDeleteHope you will enjoy the posts. And hope your someday happens soon.
DeleteGreat theme choice!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Andrea.
DeleteI enjoyed this post. Great post. Interesting!
ReplyDeleteThanks. Glad you liked it.
DeleteI have visited Andersonville and done a little reading about it. Quite sobering.
ReplyDeleteJean, visiting for the A-Z Challenge from Rantings and Ravings of an Insane Writer
You said it. It's hard to ignore the suffering that took place. Check back for my C post for more details.
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ReplyDeleteI also love how real, historic places can influence today's fiction. Thanks for glimpses into Andersonville, Georgia!
ReplyDeleteHappy to do it. It's a love of mine as well, Carol. It's hard not to want to write a story in some of these places.
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