Category: Civil War

The Civil War was the most historic and studied war in American history. It was the first step to a huge turning point in the United States, the end of a way of life that many people had to endure for way too long. With the end of the war and the victory of the…

Introduction Reconstruction, a pivotal chapter in American history, unfolded between 1865 and 1877, following the Civil War’s end. This era aimed to rebuild the nation and integrate freed slaves into society as equal citizens. It was marked by significant political, social, and economic challenges. The federal government introduced measures to protect the rights of newly…

I grew up in Ohio, my family was anti-slavery and my father was a soldier, who never saw much combat. My family always wanted me to enlist as a soldier in his footsteps and so after getting my education and growing to the ripe old age of 17, I decided that I would indeed enlist…

As Thomas Hobbes once said, Hell is the truth seen too late. In truth, many learn this lesson the hard way. Throughout our lifetimes, many see fantasy before reality, which is why philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes, along with authors such as William Golding, try to enlighten people with a new way of thought. Lord…

War has been a constant presence throughout human history, leaving permanent impacts on communities, civilizations, and individuals alike. It has stirred a plethora of emotions, stimulated philosophical discussions, and offered fertile ground for contemplation as one of the most profound and momentous human experiences. Essays on war, as windows into the human condition, provide a…

The Civil War was a devastating conflict between the North and the South. The Union was a tight alliance of states, while the Confederacy was the group of Southern states that broke away from the Union and declared independence, thus rebelling and causing war with the Union. The Confederate War encapsulates this conflict by representing…

When you imagine what life as a Civil War soldier would be like you think of the things that they had to suffer through and all the pain that came with it, but what about the times when they werent fighting during the Civil War, some free time was spent with small groups of friends…

The American Civil War: Uncompromising Differences and Their Impact Introduction The American Civil War was very deadly, killing many soldiers. The Civil War was a war between the northern states and the southern states. The Civil War started in 1861 and ended in 1865. The South wanted to preserve slavery while the North was fighting…

The English Civil War: Catalysts, Conflict, and Consequences Introduction In this essay, I will be talking about the English Civil War and the events leading up to the war, the events that happened during the war, and the events that happened after the war. This is important to our world history because it shows how…

The American Civil War: Causes, Impact, and Legacy Introduction The Civil War was a significant event during the years of 1861 through 1865. The Civil War was a war that was fought for many reasons. One was to give equal rights to all, and another was to put a stop to slavery. Causes of the…