Johnson, Rossiter 1840-1931 creator Connor, Selden 1839-1917 Gordon, John Brown 1832-1904 Howard, Henry W. B. (Henry Ward Beecher) 1849-1906 Howard, O. O. (Oliver Otis) 1830-1909 Morgan, John Tyler 1824-1907 Ridpath, John Clark 1840-1900 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Campfire and Battlefield" by Rossiter Johnson et al. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the campaigns and conflicts of the American Civil War, delving deep into the events leading up to the war, including the issues of slavery and state rights, and the evolution of the conflict itself. It presents an extensive analysis of significant battles and the broader implications of the war on American society. The opening of the text outlines the preliminary events that led to the outbreak of the Civil War, detailing the critical moments such as the bombardment of Fort Sumter and the secession of Southern states. It discusses various underlying causes, such as slavery and regional tensions, highlighting key figures like John Brown and President Lincoln. The narrative captures the political climate of the time, the intricate relationship between the North and South, and the preparations on both sides that ultimately led to the bloody conflict, setting the stage for the ensuing drama of the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-12-22 E-text prepared by Ron Swanson Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Pictorial works E456 Original publication data not identified 02009063 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47746 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47746 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134110.0 47746