Free to Wander

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, two miners, Jimmy Carl Gray and Lew McManus, embark on a westward journey seeking wealth and tranquility. Their aspirations are abruptly interrupted when the Texas Brigade invades the New Mexico Territory, compelling them to enlist in the Confederate Army. The story explores themes of ambition and the inescapable nature of war, highlighting the conflict between personal desires and the harsh realities of their time.