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The turning point

1863
2013
Describes the U.S. Civil War battles fought in 1863 that led to the Union victory at Gettysburg, with a timeline and biographies of the War's key figures in 1863, including Abraham Lincoln, Robert E Lee, Stoall Jackson, and Ulysses S. Grant.

Triumph of the Union

1864-1865
2013
"Chronologically describes the battles and events of the last 2 years of the U.S. Civil War, including the fall of Atlanta, Sherman's March, and the surrender of the Confederacy. Includes a timeline and study features"--Provided by publisher.

Causes of the war

1860-1861
2013
"In an almanac-like format, outlines the causes of the US Civil War, including the issues of slavery and states' rights. Also discusses the political environment and events that spurred the war, such as the election of Abraham Lincoln and the Raid on Harpers Ferry"--Provided by publisher.

Politics of the war

1861-1865
2013
Explores the political factors that shaped each stage of the Civil War. Describes how Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis each managed this crisis and outlines efforts by the South to gain support for their succession. Includes photographs, illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

The Confederacy advances

1861-1862
2013
Explores the major battles of the first two years of the Civil War, in which the Confederacy advanced into the north and were largely victorious.

Home front, 1861-1865

2013
Details the impact of the Civil War on civilian life in the North and South. Compares civilian quality of life in these regions and discusses how people on the homefront adjusted to the changing political and social landscape. Includes photographs, illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.
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