American Civil War [2 volumes]: A State-by-State Encyclopedia [2 volumes] - Hardcover

Tucker, Spencer C.; Pierpaoli Jr., Paul G.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1598845284 ISBN 13: 9781598845280

Publisher: ABC-CLIO, 2015

Synopsis

This two-volume encyclopedia offers a unique insight into the Civil War from a state and local perspective, showing how the American experience of the conflict varied significantly based on location.

· Presents coverage of all U.S. states and territories from 1861 to 1865 and addresses important cities, towns, military posts, and manufacturing centers

· Enables readers to understand the tremendous influence of the Civil War on civilians as well as on military personnel directly involved with the conflict

· Explains the critical roles played by manufacturing and agriculture in the events and outcome of the Civil War

About this title

Book Description

The western-most battle of the Civil War occurred in 1862 near Tucson, Arizona.

About the Author

Spencer C. Tucker, PhD, has been senior fellow in military history at ABC-CLIO since 2003. He is the author or editor of 51 books and encyclopedias treating military and naval history, many of which have won prestigious awards.

Edition details

• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1598845284
• ISBN 13: 9781598845280
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 1048