Facts And Falsehoods Concerning The War On The South, 1861-1865 - Paperback

by George Edmonds (Author)

""Facts And Falsehoods Concerning The War On The South, 1861-1865"" is a historical book written by George Edmonds. The book is an in-depth analysis of the American Civil War and its impact on the Southern states. The author's aim is to provide a comprehensive overview of the war, focusing on the various myths and misconceptions that have arisen over time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the war. The first chapter provides an overview of the causes of the war and the events that led up to it. The following chapters discuss the major battles and campaigns of the war, as well as the various strategies employed by both the Union and Confederate armies.One of the key themes of the book is the role of slavery in the war. The author argues that while slavery was certainly a major issue, it was not the sole cause of the conflict. He also challenges the popular notion that the Union army was fighting solely to free the slaves, pointing out that many Union soldiers were motivated by a desire to preserve the Union and uphold the Constitution.Throughout the book, the author provides a wealth of historical detail and analysis, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources. He also includes numerous maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the various battles and campaigns.Overall, ""Facts And Falsehoods Concerning The War On The South, 1861-1865"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War. The book provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the conflict, challenging many of the myths and misconceptions that have arisen over time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.