Sparked by the secession of the Southern states and the creation of the Confederacy, the Civil War raged between 1861 and 1865. But many popular stories about the Civil War have gotten some facts wrong and left out others altogether. Fact and Fiction of the Civil War dives into the myths about the war fought over slavery and brings the truth to light. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents American history is full of exaggerated stories and incomplete truths, from American colonization to the Wild West and the space age. Did Paul Revere really shout, "The British are coming!" on his midnight ride? Was Thomas Edison the master inventor he is believed to be? And what was the true purpose of the Civil War? Fact and Fiction of American History answers these questions and more, exposing readers to common myths and setting the record straight. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO

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