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The Enjoyment Of Studying History:A Pathfinder For The American Civil War (1861-1865)
Abraham LincolnJefferson Davis
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Introduction
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About the Resources
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Searching Hints
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What Caused the War
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Literature and War
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Specialized Books
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Internet Sites
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Specialized Internet Sites
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Additional Research Ideas
Ulysses S. GrantRobert E. Lee
 
While some events in history are forgotten over time, other events leave lastingimpressions on people for many years, including those who experience theevents directly, historians who analyze the events, and students who study andlearn from the events. One such event, the American Civil War, providesstudents and scholars with resources and information the various issues that theUnited States faced in the period before, during, and after the war. Much of theimportant information in these sources comes from research of historians andscholars, diary entries and written letters, and political speeches.
Students and adults who view the resources in this pathfinder and analyze thesuggested searching methods should find it easy to locate Civil War resourcesthat interest them. The resources listed will include not only books, but alsoreference materials and electronic sources that will guide those interested infinding information on the numerous events and important figures thatinfluenced the outcome of the war. In addition to the books and electronicresources provided, students and adults will also find useful links to informationabout historical places associated with the Civil War and organizationsdedicated to educating interested persons of the experiences of soldiers thatfought on each side of the conflict.
Introduction
 
About The Resources
All of the resources in this pathfinder have been reviewed and recommended byLibrary Science professionals, historians, professional journals, andorganizations that strive to provide the highest quality of resources to thoseinterested in learning about the Civil War. While making every effort to includeresources that present the most current information on the Civil War, alsoincluded are resources reviewed as highly valuable for those interested inlearning about the Civil War.
While the interested user will ultimately decide what resources they will need,there are several points the user must consider when searching for sources.These include determining the credibility and viewpoint of the author(s) andpublisher, the intended audience, the date of when a source was last updated,and whether the author(s) cites reputable references for his or her work.
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