The Civil War was America’s trial by fire; its battles forged the nation we know today. We’re still fascinated with it – the national reckoning with slavery; the legendary generals and leaders; the epic and bloody clashes of armies; the impact on the daily lives of ordinary people. We visit its battlefields – mostly idyllic patches of countryside near small towns and creeks – where more Americans died in combat than in all other wars combined; except for World War Two. And we tell its stories – of last charges; brother fighting brother; imprisonment and emancipation; and tragedy and rebirth. It is our country’s epic; the story of how we became who we are; and what price we paid. The Civil War For Dummies is your complete introduction to this seminal conflict. Eschewing tedious historical pondering and military micro-analysis; this fun and information-rich guide gives an accurate overview of the event; from the war’s causes through the fighting to the aftermath. Inside you’ll discover: 1850-1860: what led to war First Bull Run: illusions lost Antietam: the bloodiest day The Emancipation Proclamation Heroes and goats of each major battle Jackson’s Valley Campaign Sherman’s March to the Sea Surrender at Appomattox And much more Full of sidebars and illustrations; The Civil War For Dummies brings history to life with personalities; factoids; battle reports; strategic maps; and “what ifs.†In addition to the military and political history; you’ll also find out about: The African American experience in the war Women and the Civil War Native Americans and the war The life of the common soldier Banking and finance systems and the war “Firsts†that make the Civil War history’s first modern war Civil War food Civil War tourism: the best battlefields to visit; and how to get the most out of your trip Written in an accessible style so you can start reading at any point in the story; The Civil War For Dummies makes a great cornerstone for learning about this violent and compelling chapter of American history.
#1046936 in Books 2013-06-28Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 12.00 x .70 x 9.00l; 2.80 #File Name: 0764343467160 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A good resource book for the historian and especially the modeler.By Pvt. W. G. Kirby CustomerI liked this book. I couldn't give it five stars simply because it needs to tell a bit more history of the units it covers; but it stops short. That may make you take pause; but don't! It's a good resource book that shows personnel listings ( COs; etc.); unit crests; squadron badges and designator colors and color schemes for the aircraft operated in the PTO very nicely;from just prior to the start of hostilities to the conclusion of operations against Japan. I even discovered some unique color schemes that would make eye catching model subjects. A picture is worth a thousand words it's been said. Proof is here; but personally; I would have liked to have had a couple of thousand words more to cover a bit more history. If this sounds like what you would like; IT PROBABLY IS; so give It a look.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Only thing that would have been nice is listings of aircraft serial numbers (serials on tail) ...By joe bogackiI'm an modeler and got this to verify markings and colors of aircraft of various PTO units. This book has done that and more!It even goes so far as to tell the color of nose spinners for different squadrons in a group. If you are a WWII aviationbuff;modeler or artist that likes to draw airplanes this book will fit the bill. Only thing that would have been nice is listings ofaircraft serial numbers (serials on tail) sent to various units. Not all of this exists for all units but some have records so one could portray actual aircraft for modeling purposes. Artwork is excellent and actually read some of units histories which isinteresting and gives dates and where units where located.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Beautifully done; many of those who fought and flew ...By Nancy J. HeilmanBeautifully done; many of those who fought and flew in the Pacific Theater refer to their War as the FORGOTTEN WAR.Robert Walkins did NOT forget the Pacific Theater and this book is the proof.
