The book "Pictures of Southern Life, Social, Political and Military" by the outstanding British writer and journalist Sir William Howard Russell is an important document of history and culture. In his work, the author tells about the life and events of the southern states of the USA, analyzing the social, political and military aspects of the region. He explores in detail the life and customs of the inhabitants of the Southern United States, and also reveals the issues that were relevant during the era when the book was written. "Images of Southern Life, Social, Political, and Military" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American South and wishing to better understand the realities of the time.