Alex St Clair Abrams

Major Alexander St. Clair Abrams was an American attorney, politician, and writer, born on March 10, 1845, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War, beginning in 1861, and later became a notable figure in Southern history. After the war, Abrams moved to Florida in 1875, where he continued his career in law and politics. He is perhaps best known for his writings, including A Full and Detailed History of the Siege of Vicksburg, which chronicled...See more

Major Alexander St. Clair Abrams was an American attorney, politician, and writer, born on March 10, 1845, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He served in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War, beginning in 1861, and later became a notable figure in Southern history. After the war, Abrams moved to Florida in 1875, where he continued his career in law and politics. He is perhaps best known for his writings, including A Full and Detailed History of the Siege of Vicksburg, which chronicled the events of one of the Civil War's most significant battles. In addition to his historical work, Abrams wrote The Trials of the Soldier's Wife: A Tale of the Second American Revolution, published in 1864. The novel explores themes of personal sacrifice and legal trials. Throughout his life, Abrams remained deeply engaged with the political and social issues of his time. He passed away on June 5, 1931, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of both historical scholarship and literary contributions. See less