Mercy Street

The narrative centers on the experiences of two volunteer nurses with contrasting allegiances during the Civil War: Mary Phinney, an abolitionist from New England, and Emma Green, a supporter of the Confederacy. Drawing from real-life events, the story unfolds in a Union hospital located in the Confederate-occupied city of Alexandria. The series delves into the personal and societal struggles faced by Americans on the home front, offering a glimpse into the profound challenges of one of the most tumultuous periods in U.S. history.