The Civil War And The Constitution 1859-1865

The Civil War and the Constitution V1: 1859-1865 is a historical book written by John W. Burgess. This book is a detailed account of the American Civil War and its impact on the Constitution. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the political, social, and economic factors that led to the Civil War, and how the Constitution was tested during this period.The book covers the period from 1859 to 1865, which was a critical time in American history. The author explores the events leading up to the war, including the abolitionist movement, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, and the Dred Scott decision. He also provides an account of the major battles and military strategies employed during the war.The author also delves into the constitutional issues that arose during the war, including the suspension of habeas corpus and the Emancipation Proclamation. He examines the debates surrounding the war powers of the President and the limits of the federal government's authority.The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive analysis of the Civil War and its impact on the Constitution. It is a valuable resource for students, historians, and anyone interested in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.