Virginians at War
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Virginians at War

The Civil War Experiences of Seven Young Confederates

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eBook - ePub

Virginians at War

The Civil War Experiences of Seven Young Confederates

About this book

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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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. About the Author
  7. Acknowledgments
  8. Contents
  9. Introduction
  10. List of Maps
  11. Cast of Characters
  12. Prologue—Virginia on the Eve of Secession, Winter 1860–61
  13. Chapter One “Let Us Close Up Our Ranks,” April–May 1861
  14. Chapter Two They Also Serve: The Home Front, June 1861
  15. Chapter Three First Blood: Manassas, July 1861
  16. Chapter Four The Winter of Discontent, 1861–62
  17. Chapter Five Confederate Resurgence, Spring and Summer 1862
  18. Chapter Six Confederate Offensive, Summer and Fall 1862
  19. Chapter Seven “Our Strength Was Equal to Our Day”: Civilian Life, May 1862–May 1863
  20. Chapter Eight The High-Water Mark of the Confederacy? Winter Quarters, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg
  21. Chapter Nine A Time to Rest and Rebuild, August 1863–April 1864
  22. Chapter Ten “All Our Sore Trials”: Civilians Endure the Third Year of the War
  23. Chapter Eleven “A Season of Slaughter”: From the Wilderness to Petersburg, May–October 1864
  24. Chapter Twelve Missed Opportunities: The Second Valley Campaign, Summer and Fall 1864
  25. Chapter Thirteen The Longest Year and the Hardest Winter, 1864–65
  26. Chapter Fourteen The Final Days of the Army of Northern Virginia, March 25–April 21, 1865
  27. Chapter Fifteen The Building Years, 1865–1885
  28. Chapter Sixteen The Reflective Years, 1885–1921
  29. Epilogue—Character Endures
  30. Bibliographical Essay
  31. Index