Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era (Oxford History of the United States)

Now featuring a new afterword by the author, this paperback edition of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Battle Cry of Freedom is without question the definitive one-volume history of the Civil War. James McPherson s fast-paced narrative fully integrates the political, social, and military events that crowded the two decades from the outbreak of one war in Mexico to the ending of another at Appomattox. The book s title refers to the sentiments that informed both the Northern and Southern views of the conflict. The South seceded in the name of that freedom of self-determination and self-government for which their fathers had fought in 1776, while the North stood fast in defense of the Union founded by those fathers as the bulwark of American liberty. Eventually, the North had to grapple with the underlying cause of the war, slavery, and adopt a policy of emancipation as a second war aim. This new birth of freedom, as Lincoln called it, constitutes the proudest legacy of America s bloodiest conflict. This authoritative volume makes sense of that vast and confusing second American Revolution we call the Civil War, a war that transformed a nation and expanded our heritage of liberty. Publisher: Spring Arbor/Ingram, Oxford University Press 2003 Author:James M. McPherson Format: 952 pages, paperback ISBN: 9780195168952

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Civil War Poly Resin Chessmen

2115F If you've been searching high and low for a set of chessmen that is both unique and attractive, then the Civil War Poly Resin Chessmen set is perfect for you. Made of poly resin, these chessmen are crafted after figures from the Civil War and are truly beautiful. The amount of detail that has been put into these chessmen is amazing. Impress all your friends with this set of magnificent Civil War Chessmen. Features: -Chessmen crafted after figures from the Civil War -Painted detail -Made from poly resin -King height of 3.25'' -Base width of 1.13''

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4.5" Civil War Chessmen

160043 -Hand painted, cold cast resin with incredible detail. -For ages 8 and up. -All pieces weighted and felted. -King measures 4 1/2''. -Designed by artist Ben Homer.

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Map of the United States in 1861, at the Start of the Civil War Giclee Poster Print

Map of the United States in 1861, at the Start of the Civil War is a limited edition fine art giclee print, which uses a specialized printer to deliver a fine stream of ink onto archival paper. It results in museum-quality art of incredibly vivid color, depth and resolution that captures the essence of the artist's intent. You're sure to find that perfect piece to matches your style and buget from this collection of fine art prints.

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