Civil War and Reconstruction in Alabama

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Fleming, Walter L. (Walter Lynwood), 1874-1932.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Civil War and Reconstruction in Alabama" by Walter L. Fleming is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The author, a professor of history, examines the complex social, political, and economic dynamics of Alabama during the Civil War and Reconstruction era. The work provides insight into the state's ante-bellum conditions, the impact of the Civil War on these institutions, and the challenges faced during Reconstruction, particularly focusing on racial segregation. At the start of the text, Fleming outlines his motivations and methodology for the study, emphasizing the importance of historical context in understanding Alabama's societal structures. He introduces the significant themes of race segregation and socio-political divisions within the state, noting the substantial influence of demographic composition on political sentiments leading up to the Civil War. The opening chapters detail the political landscape of Alabama, setting the stage for exploring the causes of secession and the subsequent upheaval during the war, thus framing the complex history that will unfold throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-12-21