Strange and Obscure Stories of the Civil War
What's it about
Think you know the Civil War? What if the most bizarre and fascinating stories—the ones that truly reveal the human side of the conflict—were left out of your history books? Get ready to discover the strange, the scandalous, and the downright weird tales that color the war between the states. You'll go beyond the major battles and famous generals to uncover forgotten stories of eccentric soldiers, bizarre battlefield events, and controversial tactics. Learn about the spy who used a baby to smuggle secrets, the general who tried to build a "super cannon," and other obscure yet unforgettable moments from America's most defining conflict.
Meet the author
Tim Rowland is an award-winning columnist and historian who has spent decades exploring the forgotten byways and battlefields of the Civil War with a journalist's eye. His work unearths the overlooked human stories and peculiar events that traditional histories often miss, providing a fresh perspective on America's most defining conflict. This unique background allows him to reveal the strange, obscure, and deeply personal side of the war, bringing its hidden narratives to life for modern readers.
What's it about
Think you know the Civil War? What if the most bizarre and fascinating stories—the ones that truly reveal the human side of the conflict—were left out of your history books? Get ready to discover the strange, the scandalous, and the downright weird tales that color the war between the states. You'll go beyond the major battles and famous generals to uncover forgotten stories of eccentric soldiers, bizarre battlefield events, and controversial tactics. Learn about the spy who used a baby to smuggle secrets, the general who tried to build a "super cannon," and other obscure yet unforgettable moments from America's most defining conflict.
Meet the author
Tim Rowland is an award-winning columnist and historian who has spent decades exploring the forgotten byways and battlefields of the Civil War with a journalist's eye. His work unearths the overlooked human stories and peculiar events that traditional histories often miss, providing a fresh perspective on America's most defining conflict. This unique background allows him to reveal the strange, obscure, and deeply personal side of the war, bringing its hidden narratives to life for modern readers.
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