Virginians at War

Virginians at War
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Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Total Pages : 310
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ISBN-10 : 9781461621102
ISBN-13 : 1461621100
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Book Synopsis Virginians at War by : John G. Selby

Download or read book Virginians at War written by John G. Selby and published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. This book was released on 2002-07-01 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Virginians at War is the tale of seven Virginians who strongly supported the Confederacy from beginning to end. Their stories illustrate how devotion to the "cause" of independence, religious faith, family and community commitment to the struggle, and shared sacrifices tied these people to the flagging fortunes of the Confederacy. Included here are stories of both men and women, on the battlefield and on the homefront. John G. Selby describes in vivid prose their seven intriguing lives based on their diary entries, letters, and memoirs. Through the lives of these men and women, readers will come to understand what the war meant to those who fought and survived it. About the Author Dr. John G. Selby is the recipient of numerous awards and honors for his work in American and world history. In his twenty-two year career, he has taught on modern America, the Civil War, the Vietnam War, modern Middle East, and world history. He is currently professor of history at Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia.


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