Monthly Archives: October 2016

If I was a man on death row, and I was given the options of having a cup of coffee or my preferred last meal before my execution, I would chose my last meal. There is no question that I … Continue reading →

If I had to choose between coffee or food, without a doubt it’s food. Generally I don’t get affected by coffee, caffeine has no affect on me I simply enjoy the taste of coffee. The way that civil war soldiers … Continue reading →

Between the choice of giving up food or coffee, I would definitely pick coffee. Even though coffee is an excellent source of energy (to some people), I do not need it to function, nor do I even drink it. I … Continue reading →

I think that the Civil War soldier’s diet is normal in my opinion. They managed to get their daily protein and carbs to keep them full, but what kept them going was lots and lots of caffeine. Now that is … Continue reading →

During the Civil War, everything was rationed. Space, sleep, training, and even LIFE. Soldiers were dying in everything from battle to sleep. Disease was one of the major factors that contributed and besides lack of medical care, there was major … Continue reading →

If I were forced to give up either coffee or food, I’d immediately say coffee. My sensitivity to caffeine does not allow me to drink anymore than a quarter of a cup of coffee and I’ve grown used to living … Continue reading →

I would give up coffee because personally I do not like coffee much since it causes pain and discomfort to my stomach. But foods give us energy and nutrition. A good recipe and ingredients can make the taste of food better, … Continue reading →

After reading the article on soldier’s diet during the Civil War, I must say these men were troopers. I don’t know how I would survive going on day to day basis with just scraps of meat, dried fruits and etc. … Continue reading →