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Littlefield History of the Civil War EraSerie

Esta serie exhaustiva se adentra en una era crucial de la historia estadounidense, rastreando a la nación desde los primeros indicios de desunión hasta su devastador final y la Reconstrucción. Historiadores estimados examinan meticulosamente este conflicto definitorio de los Estados Unidos. La colección ofrece profundas perspectivas sobre las fuerzas políticas, militares y sociales que dieron forma a la nación moderna.

At the Precipice
Remembering the Civil War
Blue and Gray Diplomacy
God's Almost Chosen Peoples
The Civil War in the West

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  • The Civil War in the West

    Victory and Defeat from the Appalachians to the Mississippi

    • 742 páginas
    • 26 horas de lectura
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    Focusing on the strategic significance of the Western theater during the Civil War, this study delves into the challenges faced by Federal forces in a vast and resource-rich region. It explores the geographical obstacles of military campaigns and the impact of irregular warfare on both soldiers and civilians. Earl J. Hess provides a detailed analysis of battle lines while also highlighting the complexities of life in occupied territories, offering a comprehensive understanding of how the West influenced the Confederacy's fate.

    The Civil War in the West

  • God's Almost Chosen Peoples

    A Religious History of the American Civil War

    • 600 páginas
    • 21 horas de lectura
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    Exploring the intersection of faith and the Civil War, George C. Rable presents a fresh perspective on how individuals from various political and religious backgrounds perceived divine influence during this tumultuous period. By delving into the spiritual beliefs that shaped the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike, the book uncovers the often-overlooked role of religion in understanding the war's events and its impact on American society. Rable's work challenges conventional narratives, highlighting the profound connection between faith and the conflict.

    God's Almost Chosen Peoples

  • Blue and Gray Diplomacy

    A History of Union and Confederate Foreign Relations

    • 434 páginas
    • 16 horas de lectura
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    The book explores the foreign relations of the Union and Confederacy during the Civil War, highlighting the global impact of the conflict. By analyzing perspectives from both Europe and America, it reveals how the war influenced international dynamics and relationships, emphasizing that the ramifications extended well beyond the borders of the United States.

    Blue and Gray Diplomacy

  • Remembering the Civil War

    Reunion and the Limits of Reconciliation

    • 464 páginas
    • 17 horas de lectura

    The book explores how Civil War survivors actively shaped the memory of the conflict, recognizing early on the selective nature of historical narratives. Caroline E. Janney highlights the perspectives of both Union and Confederate veterans, along with the influential roles of women's organizations. Rather than embracing reconciliation, these groups maintained a strong attachment to their respective causes, which persisted into the twentieth century. The examination reveals the complexities of memory and identity in post-war America.

    Remembering the Civil War

  • At the Precipice

    Americans North and South during the Secession Crisis

    • 390 páginas
    • 14 horas de lectura

    The book delves into the complex reasons behind the secession of eleven slave states from the Union during 1860-61, exploring the motivations rooted in the institution of slavery and states' rights. It examines the contrasting perspectives of the eighteen free states that opposed secession, highlighting their belief in the Union's permanence and the measures taken, especially after the attack on Fort Sumter, to quell what was viewed as a treasonous uprising against the federal government.

    At the Precipice