Confederate Agent

Focusing on the lesser-known Northwest Conspiracy, this account details a Confederate plot during the Civil War aimed at destabilizing the Union from within. Led by Captain Thomas Hines, the plan sought to incite rebellion in key Northern states while chaos reigned in major cities. Author James Horan's extensive research uncovers the conspiracy's planning, its unsuccessful execution, and the subsequent prosecution of its leaders. The book is enriched with photographs and original documents, providing a comprehensive view of this intriguing historical episode.