Understanding Primary Sources: American Civil War
Author | : Gale, Cengage Learning |
Publisher | : Gale, Cengage Learning |
Total Pages | : 121 |
Release | : 2016-07-19 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781410362407 |
ISBN-13 | : 141036240X |
Rating | : 4/5 (07 Downloads) |
Download or read book Understanding Primary Sources: American Civil War written by Gale, Cengage Learning and published by Gale, Cengage Learning . This book was released on 2016-07-19 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawn from Gale's acclaimed Reference Library products, this concise study guide helps you explore central ideas of primary sources in their historical context. Profiles of the authors and surrounding events; timelines and images; engaging research, discussion and activity ideas; "Did you know?" facts; and additional features make this guide valuable for students and lifelong learners. Primary sources covered: The Emancipation Proclamation and The Gettysburg Address (Abraham Lincoln); Correspondence with the City Leaders of Atlanta, Georgia (William T. Sherman); excerpt from "The Surrender at Appomattox Court House?" (General Horace Porter); and excerpt from Diary of Gideon Welles, recalling the day President Lincoln died.