In 1863, British journalist and writer George Augustus Sala traveled to America to report on the Civil War. His diary provides a unique perspective on the conflict, as seen through the eyes of a foreign observer. Sala details his experiences in America, from his interactions with important figures such as President Lincoln to his observations of American society and culture during this tumultuous time.

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