A journal kept by Frank Volney Burroughs. It chronicles his participation in the Spanish-American War, his return to civilian life, and his struggles with an injury and illnesses contracted during the war. Burroughs came to Kansas in September, 1894 and lived on a farm in Cowley County. He enlisted in the 32nd Infantry Regiment at Fort Leavenworth on August 8, 1899 and fought in the Philippines. After leaving the infantry, Burroughs enlisted in the 4th U. S. Cavalry. A complete transcription is available by clicking "Text Version" below.