Author: Atherton, William
Synopsis:
In "Narrative of the Suffering & Defeat of the North-Western Army, Under General Winchester: Massacre of the Prisoners; Sixteen Months Imprisonment of the Writer and Others with the Indians and British," William Atherton takes us on a harrowing journey through the brutal realities of war and captivity. Set during the War of 1812, this gripping narrative follows the author's personal experiences as he and his fellow soldiers face unimaginable suffering, defeat, and imprisonment at the hands of the Indians and British forces. Atherton's vivid and detailed account offers a unique perspective on the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit.
Genres: Historical non-fiction, Memoir, War literature
Themes: War and its consequences, Survival and resilience, Captivity and imprisonment
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