Andersonville Prison, officially known as Camp Sumter, was a Confederate military prison during the American Civil War. Located in Georgia, it operated from February 1864 to April 1865 and was designed to hold Union soldiers. The prison became notorious for its overcrowded conditions, inadequate shelter, and lack of food, leading to high mortality rates among inmates. At its peak, Andersonville housed over 30,000 prisoners, far exceeding its intended capacity. The harsh environment and poor sanitation contributed to the suffering of the captives. After the war, the prison site was preserved as a national historic site, serving as a reminder of the war's brutal realities.