This memoir offers a firsthand account of life as a soldier during the Civil War. Written by Frank M. Mixson, a veteran of the Confederate Army, the book provides a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of war, as well as the lasting impact of the conflict on the people who fought in it. An important historical document, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.