Joanne B. Freeman
Joanne B. Freeman is a historian and tenured Professor of History and American Studies at Yale University. She is a leading expert on early American politics and political culture, and has authored several books on the subject.
Books
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1. The Field Of Blood
Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War
The book delves into the often-overlooked violent and tumultuous nature of American politics in the decades leading up to the Civil War. It reveals how physical confrontations, duels, and threats of violence were commonplace in Congress, reflecting the deep-seated divisions and intense emotions of the era. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the narrative uncovers the ways in which these conflicts were not just personal but also deeply tied to the broader national issues of slavery and sectionalism, ultimately contributing to the nation's path to civil war.
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