The Aughey, John H. (John Hill) 1828-1911 creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Iron Furnace; or, Slavery and Secession" by John H. Aughey is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book provides a personal narrative of the author’s experiences as a Union loyalist in Mississippi during the Civil War, detailing the societal tensions and the evils of slavery that were prevalent at the time. It aims to shed light on the dynamics of secession and the personal struggles faced by those who opposed it within the Southern states. At the start of the narrative, Aughey introduces himself as an evangelist actively engaged in his ministerial work while the turmoil of the 1860 political campaign unfolds around him. He witnesses a speech by Colonel Drane rallying support for secession, which reflects the growing sentiments of rebellion among Southern leaders following Lincoln's election. The opening chapters delve into the dichotomy of opinions regarding secession among the citizens of Mississippi, highlighting the growing tensions that lead to violent conflicts and societal upheaval. Aughey’s description of his experiences reveals the dangers he faces as a pro-Union voice, the oppression of loyal citizens, and the moral complexities surrounding slavery and rebellion in a divided nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-02-13 Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives United States -- Politics and government -- 1861-1865 Slavery -- United States Enslaved persons -- United States -- Social conditions E456 Original publication data not identified 02017765 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38855 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38855 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133905.0 38855