American History
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Small but Important Riots
This tactical study of fighting in June of 1863 is placed within the strategic context of a campaign - the result of thirty years of research at repositories across the country and research in unpublished records at the National Archives. Learn More -
The Struggle for the Bliss Farm at Gettysburg, July 2nd and 3rd, 1863
The 60-acre Bliss farm was scene of a brutal back-and-forth clash that began as a fitful episode between lines of skirmishers and ended in a small but important battle all its own. Learn More -
“If We Are Striking for Pennsylvania”
This compelling and bestselling study is the first to fully integrate the military, political, social, economic, and civilian perspectives with rank-and-file accounts from the soldiers of both armies during the inexorably march north toward their mutual destinies at Gettysburg. Learn More -
"No One Wants to be the Last to Die"
This groundbreaking study chronicles the final battles in Virginia including Appomattox Station and Appomattox Court House in April 1865. It has been completely revised and updated from its earlier work. Learn More -
The Boy Generals
This second installment encompasses a period jammed with tumultuous events for the cavalry on and off the battlefield and a significant change of command at the top. Learn More -
More Great “What Ifs” of the American Civil War
Historians at Emerging Civil War tackle more of the war's most enduring questions to help the reader look at what could have happened with a full multitude of choices and clear and objective eyes. Learn More -
Grant at 200
This collection of essays by some of today's leading Grant scholars offers fresh perspectives on Grant's military career and presidency, as well as underexplored personal topics such as his faith and his family life. Learn More -
Destined to Fail
The Johnson-Gilmor Raid represents one of three attempts to free prisoners of war during the American Civil War. Learn More -
The Civil War on the Water
This work compiles favorite navy tales and obscure narratives by distinguished public historians of the Emerging Civil War in celebration of the organization's tenth anniversary. Learn More -
Fallen Leaders
This collection of essays recounts the fall of some of the most famous, infamous, and under-appreciated commanders from both north and south. It is designed to shed new light and insight on some of the most significant casualties of the war. Learn More