Dedicated to Henry Browning, this is based on real events in your Grandfather Browning's Christmas. The time and setting have changed, but the spirit and story are the same. The most important lesson I ever learned didn't come from a textbook or a sermon; it came from a stack of small, green paper squares and the steadfast faith of my Granny Holman. Even now, in my sixties, I can still see those stamps perfectly—each one bearing the distinctive S&H logo, a tiny token of long-

The story of Andersonville, Georgia, during the Civil War is one of hardship, endurance, and tragedy. It is a chapter of American history that often gets overshadowed by battles and political events, yet it holds deep significance for many families, including mine. Two of my ancestors were held at Andersonville Prison, and their experiences inspired me to explore and share the history of this place. This post will take you through how Andersonville came to be, what happened t