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In Under the Guns, experience the untold stories of the Civil War through the eyes of a woman who lived through it all. This collection of true-life reminiscences offers an authentic glimpse into the heart of a tumultuous period, grounded in real events and personal encounters. From her first days of volunteering in the hospitals near her home in Keokuk, Iowa, to the poignant moments shared with soldiers and their families, the author captures the essence of resilience and compassion amid chaos. My goal is to shine a light on the many personal tales entwined with the significant military ...

Preface:The stories and reminiscences in this book are true to life, every one of them. They are told just as they occurred, without any attempt at literary embellishment; and most of them can be substantiated by living witnesses. My purpose has been simply to bring out in connection with these great military events, with which they were so intimately connected, a few of the many incidents and heart histories that were crowded into my own life, from April 20, 1861, to Nov. 23, 1865. Camps and hospitals were established near my own home in Keokuk, Iowa, early in April, 1861. I began at once my ...