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      Bibliography

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Bibliography is a meticulously curated resource that serves as a detailed guide for anyone interested in exploring "The Demon of Unrest," with a focus on the Civil War and its historical context. The chapter begins with an extensive list of archives and document collections, offering critical resources housed in prominent institutions like the Library of Congress and Charleston historical societies. These include the papers of key figures such as Robert Anderson, Samuel Wylie Crawford, and Abraham Lincoln,…
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      A Toast

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      by testsuphomeAdmin A Toast marks a pivotal moment in American history, beginning with the ceremony on April 14, 1865, when President Abraham Lincoln’s flag-raising at Fort Sumter symbolized the nation's recovery from the Civil War. This event occurred exactly four years after the fort had fallen under Confederate control, and four years after its evacuation by its original commander, Major Robert Anderson. Despite Anderson's desire for a low-key observance, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton orchestrated a grand public…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Small and the Mighty by Heather M. Ross follows small creatures who defy the odds to show that size doesn’t determine strength. The novel explores themes of courage, resilience, and the power of determination, celebrating how even the smallest can make a big impact.
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Our Migrant Souls by Maria Hinojosa explores the experiences of Latinx immigrants in the U.S., highlighting struggles with identity, belonging, and resilience through personal stories.
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      The Chasm

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Chasm between the political ideologies of the time became even more evident in June 1858 when Abraham Lincoln emerged as the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate. At forty-nine, Lincoln, with his towering height of six feet four inches, was positioned to challenge the younger incumbent, Stephen Douglas, in a race that quickly gained national attention. The contrast between the two men’s physical appearances symbolized the ideological divide that was about to be exposed in the debates that would…
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      Four Telegrams

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter titled "Four Telegrams" represents a critical moment in the historical buildup to the Civil War, offering a glimpse into the tense communications that shaped the early decisions of Confederate leadership. Dated April 10, 1861, the telegrams exchanged between Confederate General Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard and L. P. Walker, the Confederate Secretary of War, reveal a pivotal moment of military strategy. These exchanges, beginning with a telegram from Montgomery, urged immediate action…
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