Memoir Volume 3, John Henning Woods, c. 1865 (Ms2017-030)
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This final volume of Woods' memoir describes his imprisonment, trial, sentence, postponement of punishment, and his final stay of execution furnished from Jefferson Davis.
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Memoir Volume 2, John Henning Woods, c. 1865 (Ms2017-030)
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The second of Woods' three memoir volumes covers his early service with the 36th Alabama, the creation of the "Home Circle," and his discovery and imprisonment.
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Memoir Volume 1, John Henning Woods, c. 1865 (Ms2017-030)
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The first of three memoir volumes begins with an overview of Woods' life and political opinions prior to and during the beginning stages of the war, ending with his conscription and forced assignment into the Confederate army.
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White Journal, John Henning Woods, 1856-1873 (Ms2017-030)
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Spanning from 1856 to July of 1873, this journal provides an autobiography describing Woods' family and life from childhood. It also contains poetry, notes in shorthand, a few diary entries from during the war, and a brief description of his life following the war.
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Blue Journal, John Henning Woods, 1864 (Ms2017-030)
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Covering the period of Woods' imprisonment from March to July of 1864, this diary contains thorough entries on genealogy, Woods' thoughts on slavery, poetry, detailed drawings, and descriptions of home and prison.
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Day By Day Journal, John Henning Woods, 1861 (Ms2017-030)
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Spanning from January 1 through December 31, 1861, this journal contains a short description of Woods' daily activities, including his thoughts on the political situation, notes in shorthand, and monetary accounts.
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