Confederate Yankee

The story follows Elder Byrch Stuart, a West Point graduate and former Army officer, who becomes a teacher at the South Carolina Military Academy. As the secession movement gains momentum in 1860, he faces a pivotal decision between returning to his Northern roots or staying in the South. Choosing to remain, he dedicates himself to the cause of Southern Independence, ultimately engaging with the Confederate Government's inner workings. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the complexities of allegiance during a turbulent historical period.