The Field Of Blood by Joanne B. Freeman
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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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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