Book- Nurse and Spy in the Union Army

Nurse and Spy in the Union Army by S. Emma E. Edmonds is a firsthand account of the author's experiences as a woman disguising herself as a man to serve in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

Edmonds, under the alias Franklin Thompson, worked as a field nurse, messenger, and most notably, a spy behind Confederate lines.

Her narrative provides a rare and fascinating glimpse into the challenges of living undercover in wartime, detailing her daring missions,

near discoveries, and the risks she took to gather intelligence.

Beyond her espionage work, Edmonds describes the brutal realities of war, including the hardships faced by soldiers, the horrors of battlefield injuries, and the emotional toll of combat.

Her account is both thrilling and deeply personal, offering insight into the courage and determination required to navigate such a dangerous and unconventional role.

Nurse and Spy in the Union Army remains a significant work for those interested in Civil War history, women’s contributions to the war effort, and the extraordinary story of one woman's resilience in a time of great national conflict.

164 pages.