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A visual history of the Civil War
Visually arresting and comprehensive, The American Civil War covers the history, causes and consequences of the conflict, providing first-person accounts by soldiers and civilians, key profiles of military leaders and clear timelines that give an instant overview of the developments during the tumultuous war.
Packed with galleries of weaponry and equipment, the treatment of wounded soldiers and information on slavery, this is a rich, detailed account of one of the most controversial conflicts of our time.
An invaluable resource for schools and libraries, as well as a perfect companion for anyone interested in military and social history.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This handsome volume arrives in timely fashion for the 150th anniversary of the start of the American Civil War. This is often regarded as the first 'Modern' war due to the new military technologies employed. It was also a conflict of senseless slaughter between the industrial North and the agrarian South. The issue of slavery was a political football and this book deals effectively with the reality of post civil war freedom for the African-American. The book provides full details on the social and political structure of the USA in the decades before the civil war and also the aftermath with the reconstruction of the country. Each chapter chronicles the progress of the war year by year with a useful timeline. It provides substrantial profiles of the key figures involved both military and political from both sides. There are also profiles of the brave men and women who advanced the causes of democracy for all and the science of medicine. All the major campaigns and battles are covered in detail along with arms and equipment. The book is a visual treat with maps, paintings and photographs of this great but terrible event that was very recent in America's history and certain issues of the time remain a source of political conflict to this day.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you're looking for just one book on the civil war then this could well be it, also great value too. Another fantastic book by DK.
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Book was delivered in time, Condition of book was very good. Very intresting lots of good imformation on the differate battles. Will help me play war games of the American Civil Wars this Summer in New York. Hope to come First Again.
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