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Discusses the impacts the War of 1812 had on the United States and Canada.

This book opens with background information on the Chinese Cultural Revolution (1966-1976), presents controversies on the fervor of the Red Guards to maintain revolutionary enthusiasm, and includes personal narratives from people whose lives were greatly impacted by the Cultural Revolution.

Cultural history of the period of the French Revolution discussing a vast array of cultural activities such as painting, music, fiction, and theater.

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.

A history of the American Civil War and Reconstruction, arguing that the war was brought about by the introduction of evangelical religion to the public arena, but had the positive effect of making the country one nation while at the same time eliminating slavery.

Examines the Confederacy's role in the Civil War, the hostility between northern and southern states, and the aftermath of the war.

"Describes the causes of the War of 1812 and its effects on US history"--Provided by publisher.