The issue is to explore the scope of the war. It was more than a series of campaigns, there were political, social and economic dimensions to this conflict that changed American life in a variety of ways changed American lives. But first let us look at Gallagher’s issue — what is his central claim in his discussion in both Armies? What does reading McPherson add to the mix?
The question to think about – whose side was “God” on? There was a lot of God talk during the Civil War–both sides framed the conflict in terms of theological certitudes? What kind of issues do that raise for trying to understand the war?
What do you find striking, interesting, surprising? What is your first understanding of it?
Info to be written based on readings from The Confederate War, The Union War (Galllagher), This Mighty Scourge (McPherson)
Needed: a short paragraph covering all questions.
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