Vann Woodward provides a compelling reason in his editor’s introduction: “There are numerous criteria at hand for rating the comparative magnitude of wars … One simple and eloquent measurement is the numbers of casualties sustained … And in the final reckoning, American lives lost in the Civil War exceed the total of those lost in all other wars the country has fought added together, world wars included. Why should such a large volume cover such a short period? C. Of all the books in The Oxford History of the United States, only this one is dedicated to a single war.
It describes the ultimate crucible in the American experience – the Union’s fight to save the nation and emancipate those in bondage. This Pulitzer-winning book’s length might seem daunting, but McPherson’s excellent writing makes it an easy read packed with essential lessons for readers of all backgrounds. It is an excellent starting point for those interested in learning more about the Civil War period. James McPherson’s Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era is one book that should not be collecting dust on any shelf. With so many books about the Civil War, we often forget to give the great ones the attention that they deserve. Before speculating about another civil war, one should properly understand the first – the reasons for it, its conduct, and its legacy. Even so, several polls indicate that a growing number of Americans believe political, class, and racial divisions are worsening and that America is on the verge of a second civil war. military banned the flag from being displayed on installations. Mississippi’s governor removed the Confederate symbol from its state flag. Instead of ignoring issues, like in the past, some states and institutions took it upon themselves to enact change.
Protestors destroyed Confederate monuments while others peacefully persuaded public officials to remove them. Long-simmering racial tensions, rooted in America’s slave-owning past, boiled over after George Floyd died. Many of the tumultuous events in the past few months can trace their origins to the Civil War.
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