Reminiscences of My Life in Camp


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(4.9 stars; 11 reviews)

Susie King Taylor was a Black nurse in the 33rd United States Colored Troops in the Union Army during the American Civil War, a teacher and a significant contributor to the work of the Women’s Relief Corps. Her memoirs recount her remarkable life from enslavement in Georgia, war, service to the community and reflections on the state of the nation in the early 20th century.
- Summary by Newgatenovelist (2 hr 23 min)

Chapters

Preface, Introduction and Letter 6:28 Read by Newgatenovelist
A Brief Sketch of My Ancestors 5:17 Read by Newgatenovelist
My Childhood 9:26 Read by Newgatenovelist
On St. Simon's Island, 1862 12:13 Read by Newgatenovelist
Camp Saxton - Proclamation and Barbecue, 1863 6:20 Read by Newgatenovelist
Military Expeditions, and Life in Camp 15:37 Read by Newgatenovelist
On Morris and Other Islands 10:44 Read by Newgatenovelist
Cast Away 4:38 Read by Newgatenovelist
A Flag of Truce 3:42 Read by Newgatenovelist
Capture of Charleston 4:07 Read by Newgatenovelist
Mustered Out 13:14 Read by Newgatenovelist
After the War 10:31 Read by Newgatenovelist
The Women's Relief Corps 2:18 Read by Newgatenovelist
Thoughts on Present Conditions 15:25 Read by Newgatenovelist
A Visit to Louisiana 13:05 Read by Newgatenovelist
Appendix 10:12 Read by Newgatenovelist

Reviews

very interesting historical read


(4 stars)

Insightful look at the civil war from a unique viewpoint. The reader does a phenomenal job- smooth, easy cadence that allows the listener to dwell on the writer's content and meaning.

Very educational book.


(5 stars)

Well I enjoyed this book immensely. Moreover the reader has a clear and soothing voice.