Description
Book Synopsis: 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 familiarizes 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 artifacts
- 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 with union states on the one side and confederate states on the other. This civil war book shows what led up to the conflict and zooms into the most important events, battles, and leaders. This book further explores war memorabilia, eyewitness accounts, and the abolition of slavery. Children will be excited to learn about famous figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Robert E. Lee and gain insight into reasons for the war and the viewpoints of the opposing sides. This book also provides children with a fascinating history of how railways, the telegraph were used to fight the war and literature and music that this conflict produced.
DK's Visual Encyclopedia series delves into the world's most intriguing historical events, people, natural phenomena, and animals. These books will delight children with simple explanations and impactful photography that will provide hours of learning fun.
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Discover the untold stories of America's bloodiest war with the American Civil War Visual Encyclopedia Book. Perfect for children aged 9 - 12, this visual guide takes young readers on a captivating journey through the history of America's Civil War. Packed with stunning photographs and easy-to-understand explanations, this book will familiarize children with American history and how it shaped the country we know today.
Each chapter of this children's civil war book delves into the key figures, causes, and consequences of America's most devastating conflict. Immerse yourself in full-page profiles of important battles and historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Robert E. Lee. Through vivid Civil War-era photography and illustrations, witness the most significant events and artifacts of the war.
But this book goes beyond the basics. It offers an accurate portrayal of African American history within the context of the Civil War, shedding light on a critical aspect that is often overlooked. Get ready to uncover remarkable stories like the Thanksgiving drummer boy's and delve into compelling accounts of the war through personal letters.
The American Civil War Visual Encyclopedia Book not only educates but also entertains. It explores war memorabilia, eyewitness accounts, and the abolition of slavery, giving children a comprehensive understanding of this transformative period in American history. Dive into the fascinating world of how railways and the telegraph were used in the war, and how literature and music played a part in shaping the conflict.
Join us on this educational adventure as DK's Visual Encyclopedia series presents the most intriguing historical events, people, natural phenomena, and animals. With its simple explanations and impactful photography, this book guarantees hours of learning fun. Don't miss out on the opportunity to expand your knowledge. Get your copy of the American Civil War Visual Encyclopedia Book today!
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