Fort Monroe by Quarstein and Mroczkowski
Reviewed by Sandra Merville Hart
Fort Monroe: The Key to the South
The Civil War History Series
This book gives a wonderful history of Fort Monroe during the Civil War and beyond. This important fort was under Union control throughout the war.
I love the photos that really enhance readers’ understanding of information given.
The authors provide details about Camp Hamilton. It was basically a tent city with temporary structures near Fort Monroe.
Runaway slaves escaped to Fort Monroe in May of 1861. General Butler sheltered them as “contraband of war,” an important decision that ultimately affected thousands.
I visited Fort Monroe on a research trip. What a wonderful place, steeped in history. That visit inspired me to use Fort Monroe as a setting in Byway to Danger, Book 2 in my “Spies of the Civil War” series.
Recommended for history lovers and for those who desire to learn more about the Civil War.
