The American Civil War Visual Encyclopedia

This visual guide tells the story of the bloodiest war America ever fought through photos and easy-to-understand explanations.

This book for children aged 9 - 12 ventures into the history of America''s Civil War and familiarises children with American history and how it became the country it is today. Each chapter explores people, causes, and consequences of America''s bloodiest conflict.

Inside the pages of this children''s civil war book, you''ll discover:

- Full-page profiles about key figures and battles
- Civil War-era photography and illustration depicting important events and artefacts
- Accurate historical information, faithful presentation of African American history in the context of the Civil War
- Unusual and remarkable stories such as the Thanksgiving drummer boy''s and accounts of the war through personal letters

America spent five years fighting its most destructive war and one that showed a deeply divided country wi