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Civil War History  
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Abbreviated title (ISO 4)
Civ. War Hist.
Discipline History
Language English
Edited by Brian Craig Miller
Publication details
Publisher
Kent State University Press (United States)
Publication history
Established 1955; transferred to Kent State Univ Press in 1968
Frequency quarterly
Open access
No
Indexing
ISSN 0009-8078 (print)
1533-6271 (web)
LCCN 57-2353
OCLC no. 1554809
Links
  • Journal homepage

Civil War History is a special magazine, called an academic journal, that focuses on the American Civil War. It started in 1955 at the State University of Iowa. Today, it is published four times a year by Kent State University Press. This journal is a great resource for anyone wanting to learn more about this important time in American history.

About Civil War History Journal

Civil War History is like a collection of detailed articles written by historians. These articles share new research and ideas about the American Civil War. The journal helps students and experts understand the war better. It covers many different parts of the war, not just the battles.

What Does the Journal Cover?

The journal explores many interesting topics related to the Civil War era. Here are some of the main subjects you can find in its pages:

  • Slavery and Abolition: This looks at the history of slavery in the United States and the movement to end it. It covers the lives of enslaved people and the brave people who fought for freedom.
  • Antebellum and Reconstruction Politics: "Antebellum" means "before the war." This topic covers the political events and decisions that led up to the Civil War. "Reconstruction" is the period right after the war, when the country tried to rebuild and reunite.
  • Diplomacy: This section explores how different countries interacted during the war. It looks at the efforts to gain support or avoid interference from other nations.
  • Social and Cultural Developments: This covers how the war affected everyday life for people. It includes changes in society, art, music, and how people lived during this time.
  • Military History: Of course, the journal also covers the battles, strategies, and leaders of the Civil War. It looks at how armies fought and the key moments on the battlefield.

Important Historians

Many famous historians have written for Civil War History. Their articles help us learn new things about the past. Some of these notable writers include Stephen Ambrose, Charles B. Dew, Gary W. Gallagher, James M. McPherson, Mark E. Neely Jr., James I. Robertson Jr., and T. Harry Williams. These historians are known for their deep knowledge and research about the Civil War.

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