A Virginia Girl in the Civil War, 1861-1865 being a record of the actual experiences of the wife of a Confederate officer

In this vivid memoir a Virginia woman recounts her life as the wife of a Confederate officer, offering a rare glimpse into the domestic world behind the battlefield. Through evenings spent over tea and needlework, she shares the ordinary joys and sudden sorrows that marked the early months of secession, from the excitement of a new romance to the unsettling arrival of uniforms in her hometown. Her narrative blends affectionate recollections of family and friends with the stark realities of shortages, rumors, and the ever‑present possibility of loss.

The second part of the book follows her brave involvement as the war spreads, describing trips across the Southern countryside, encounters with both Union and Confederate soldiers, and her unexpected role in hospitals and on blockaded rivers. Her candid voice reveals how loyalty to Virginia coexisted with compassion for enemy troops, painting a nuanced portrait that transcends simple propaganda. Listeners will hear a personal, unvarnished record of love, duty, and survival during America’s most turbulent era.