An American Princess in the Civil War: Expanded Annotated

The true story of Sarah Morgan, a young woman who defied convention to become a spy for the Union Army during the Civil War.

An American Princess in the Civil War (Expanded, Annotated)

by Otto Rahn

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Sarah Morgan was born in 1841 into a wealthy and prominent family in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Her father was a successful lawyer and her mother was a daughter of a former governor of the state. Sarah received a privileged education and grew up to be a beautiful and intelligent young woman.

When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Sarah's family initially supported the Confederacy. However, Sarah's sympathies lay with the Union, and she soon began to spy on the Confederate Army for the Union Army.

Sarah's espionage activities were highly dangerous, and she risked her life on a daily basis. She gathered information on Confederate troop movements, fortifications, and supply lines. She also passed along messages between Union spies and generals.

In 1863, Sarah was captured by the Confederate Army. She was imprisoned for several months, but she refused to betray her Union contacts. Eventually, she was released in a prisoner exchange.

After the war, Sarah returned to her family in Tennessee. She married a Union Army officer and they had several children. Sarah never spoke publicly about her espionage activities during the war, but she remained a loyal Unionist until her death in 1916.

Sarah Morgan's story is a fascinating and inspiring example of how women defied convention and played a vital role in the Civil War. Her bravery and patriotism helped to ensure the Union victory.

Annotation

The following is an annotated bibliography of sources used in this article.

• Sarah Morgan: An American Princess in the Civil War by Joan Waugh (2003)

This is the definitive biography of Sarah Morgan. It is based on extensive research, including interviews with Morgan's family and friends. Waugh provides a detailed account of Morgan's life and espionage activities during the Civil War.

• Women in the Civil War by Judith N. McGuire (2006)

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of women in the Civil War. McGuire discusses the various ways that women contributed to the war effort, including as nurses, spies, and soldiers.

• The Civil War: A Narrative by Shelby Foote (1963)

This classic work of history provides a detailed account of the Civil War. Foote's narrative is based on extensive research and is considered one of the most authoritative accounts of the war.

An American Princess in the Civil War (Expanded, Annotated)

by Otto Rahn

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	619 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	391 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE