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The Pirates Laffite

The Treacherous World of the Corsairs of the Gulf

by William C. Davis ...

An "engrossing and exciting" account of legendary New Orleans privateers Pierre and Jean Laffite and their adventures along the Gulf Coast ( Booklist, starred review).At large during the most colorful period in New Orleans' history, from just after the Louisiana Purchase through the War of 1812, privateers Jean and Pierre Laffite made life hell for Spanish merchants on the Gulf. Pirates to the US ... Read more

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An "engrossing and exciting" account of legendary New Orleans privateers Pierre and Jean Laffite and their adventures along the Gulf Coast ( Booklist, starred review).At large during the most colorful period in New Orleans' history, from just after the Louisiana Purchase through the War of 1812, privateers Jean and Pierre Laffite made life hell for Spanish merchants on the Gulf. Pirates to the US
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Three Roads to the Alamo

The Lives and Fortunes of David Crockett, James Bowie, and William Barret Travis

by William C. Davis ...

"William C. Davis's Three Roads to the Alamo is far and away the best account of the Alamo I have ever read. The portraits of Crockett, Bowie, and Travis are brilliantly sketched in a fast-moving story that keeps the reader riveted to the very last word." — Stephen B. OatesThree Roads to the Alamois the definitive book about the lives of David Crockett, James Bowie and William Barret Travis—the ... Read more

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"William C. Davis's Three Roads to the Alamo is far and away the best account of the Alamo I have ever read. The portraits of Crockett, Bowie, and Travis are brilliantly sketched in a fast-moving story that keeps the reader riveted to the very last word." — Stephen B. OatesThree Roads to the Alamois the definitive book about the lives of David Crockett, James Bowie and William Barret Travis—the
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Civil War Journal–The Battles

The Decisive Battles of the American Civil War, Turning Points in the History of a Nation

by Thomas Nelson ...

"Of more than one thousand battles fought during the war," William C. Davis notes, "a few have risen to lasting fascination and prominence, some even regarded as 'turning points.' The battles included in this book are those that caused the greatest casualties, produced the greatest feats of heroism, and won or lost major campaigns. They decided the course of the war in the East and the West, set ... Read more

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"Of more than one thousand battles fought during the war," William C. Davis notes, "a few have risen to lasting fascination and prominence, some even regarded as 'turning points.' The battles included in this book are those that caused the greatest casualties, produced the greatest feats of heroism, and won or lost major campaigns. They decided the course of the war in the East and the West, set
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The Rogue Republic

How Would-Be Patriots Waged the Shortest Revolution in American History

by William C. Davis ...

The little-known story of the West Florida Revolt: "One rollicking good book." —Jay WinikWhen Britain ceded the territory of West Florida—what is now Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida—to Spain in 1783, America was still too young to confidently fight in one of Europe's endless territorial contests. So it was left to the settlers, bristling at Spanish misrule, to establish a foothold in ... Read more

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The little-known story of the West Florida Revolt: "One rollicking good book." —Jay WinikWhen Britain ceded the territory of West Florida—what is now Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida—to Spain in 1783, America was still too young to confidently fight in one of Europe's endless territorial contests. So it was left to the settlers, bristling at Spanish misrule, to establish a foothold in
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Virginia at War, 1861

by James I. Robertson Jr., William C. Davis ...

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The first volume in this comprehensive history of Virginia during the Civil War examines the early phases of secession, struggle and conflict.Several Southern states preceded Virginia in seceding from the Union, but until Virginia joined them in April 1861, the Confederacy lacked cohesion. Richmond was immediately named the capital of the fledgling nation. By the end of spring, Virginia had become ... Read more

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The first volume in this comprehensive history of Virginia during the Civil War examines the early phases of secession, struggle and conflict.Several Southern states preceded Virginia in seceding from the Union, but until Virginia joined them in April 1861, the Confederacy lacked cohesion. Richmond was immediately named the capital of the fledgling nation. By the end of spring, Virginia had become
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Virginia at War, 1862

by William C. Davis, James I. Robertson Jr. ...

Series series Virginia at War
The second volume in this history of Confederate Virginia examines the effects of military occupation, industrial expansion, and the Battle of Antietam.In Virginia at War, 1862, leading Civil War historians demonstrate how no aspect of life in the Commonwealth escaped the war's impact. The collection of essays examines topics as diverse as daily civilian life and the effects of military occupation ... Read more

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The second volume in this history of Confederate Virginia examines the effects of military occupation, industrial expansion, and the Battle of Antietam.In Virginia at War, 1862, leading Civil War historians demonstrate how no aspect of life in the Commonwealth escaped the war's impact. The collection of essays examines topics as diverse as daily civilian life and the effects of military occupation
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Virginia at War, 1863

by William C. Davis, James I. Robertson Jr. ...

Series series Virginia at War
The 3nd volume in this history of Confederate Virginia examines the effects of war on struggling families, the Hatfield-McCoy feud, and more.In the year 1863, only one major battle, The Battle of Chancellorsville, was fought in the Confederate State of Virginia. Yet the pressures of the Civil War turned the daily lives of Virginians—both soldiers and civilians—into battles of their own. 1863 was ... Read more

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The 3nd volume in this history of Confederate Virginia examines the effects of war on struggling families, the Hatfield-McCoy feud, and more.In the year 1863, only one major battle, The Battle of Chancellorsville, was fought in the Confederate State of Virginia. Yet the pressures of the Civil War turned the daily lives of Virginians—both soldiers and civilians—into battles of their own. 1863 was
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Virginia at War, 1864

Edited by William C. Davis, James I. Robertson ...

Series series Virginia at War
The fourth collection of essays in this Civil War series "serves to remind us that there is much for us to discover beyond Virginia's battlefields" ( H-Net Reviews).The fourth book in the Virginia at War series casts a special light on vital home front matters in Virginia during 1864. Following a year in which only one major battle was fought on Virginia soil, 1864 brought military campaigning to ... Read more

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The fourth collection of essays in this Civil War series "serves to remind us that there is much for us to discover beyond Virginia's battlefields" ( H-Net Reviews).The fourth book in the Virginia at War series casts a special light on vital home front matters in Virginia during 1864. Following a year in which only one major battle was fought on Virginia soil, 1864 brought military campaigning to
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The Greatest Fury

The Battle of New Orleans and the Rebirth of America

by William C Davis ...

**“Davis’s accounts of small fights won by hot blood and cold steel are thrilling.”—The Wall Street JournalFrom master historian William C. Davis, the definitive story of the Battle of New Orleans, the fight that decided the ultimate fate not only of the War of 1812 but the future course of the fledgling American republic.**It was a battle that could not be won. Outnumbered farmers, merchants, ... Read more

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**“Davis’s accounts of small fights won by hot blood and cold steel are thrilling.”—The Wall Street JournalFrom master historian William C. Davis, the definitive story of the Battle of New Orleans, the fight that decided the ultimate fate not only of the War of 1812 but the future course of the fledgling American republic.**It was a battle that could not be won. Outnumbered farmers, merchants,
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Virginia at War, 1865

by William C. Davis, James I. Robertson Jr. ...

Series series Virginia at War
The final volume in this comprehensive history of Confederate Virginia examines the end of the Civil War in the Old Dominion.By January 1865, most of Virginia's schools were closed, many newspapers had ceased publication, businesses suffered, and food was scarce. Having endured major defeats on their home soil and the loss of much of the state's territory to the Union army, Virginia's Confederate ... Read more

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The final volume in this comprehensive history of Confederate Virginia examines the end of the Civil War in the Old Dominion.By January 1865, most of Virginia's schools were closed, many newspapers had ceased publication, businesses suffered, and food was scarce. Having endured major defeats on their home soil and the loss of much of the state's territory to the Union army, Virginia's Confederate
... Read more
Civil War Journal

The Legacies

Edited by William C. Davis, Brian C. Pohanka, Don Troiani ...

Based on the History Channel documentary series. How the Civil War sparked profound changes in slavery, immigration, women's roles, journalism, and more."In many arenas, the Civil War changed things both in military and civilian life," William C. Davis observes. "The roles in society of women and minorities were altered drastically. Advancements in medicine and technology exerted a profound impact ... Read more

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Based on the History Channel documentary series. How the Civil War sparked profound changes in slavery, immigration, women's roles, journalism, and more."In many arenas, the Civil War changed things both in military and civilian life," William C. Davis observes. "The roles in society of women and minorities were altered drastically. Advancements in medicine and technology exerted a profound impact
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Divided Loyalties

Kentucky's Struggle for Armed Neutrality in the Civil War

by James W. Finck ...

On May 16, 1861, the Kentucky state legislature passed an ordinance declaring its neutrality, which the state's governor, Beriah Magoffin, confirmed four days later. Kentucky's declaration and ultimate support for the Union stood at odds with the state's social and cultural heritage. After all, Kentucky was a slave state and enjoyed deep and meaningful connections to the new Confederacy. Much of ... Read more

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On May 16, 1861, the Kentucky state legislature passed an ordinance declaring its neutrality, which the state's governor, Beriah Magoffin, confirmed four days later. Kentucky's declaration and ultimate support for the Union stood at odds with the state's social and cultural heritage. After all, Kentucky was a slave state and enjoyed deep and meaningful connections to the new Confederacy. Much of
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