The Second World War: Prelude to Conflict (1963)

Published 2023-06-12
The Second World War: Prelude to Conflict Reviews significant events in the last days of the Civil War, noting the effect of the industrial might of the North that enabled the Union armies to wear down the Confederacy. Describes the battles of Gettysburg, Vicksburg, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, and Robert E. Lee's surrender at Appomattox. Concludes with Abraham Lincoln's death. From the Exploring series.