In the seventy-three succinct essays gathered in The Enduring Civil War, celebrated historian Gary Gallagher highlights the complexity and richness of the war, from its origins to its memory, as topics for study, contemplation, and dispute.
Focusing on the pivotal role of Union governors during the Civil War, this study by Stephen D. Engle highlights how these leaders were crucial in securing victory amid limited federal authority. Tasked with raising troops from their states, they also needed to galvanize political, economic, and public support for the war, often facing substantial local opposition. The book delves into their strategies and challenges, illustrating their importance in maintaining the Union and sustaining the war effort.
In American Military History: A Very Short Introduction, Joseph T. Glatthaar explores the relationship between America and its military from its origins in the thirteen colonies to today's ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.