The History of the United States, Vol. VI: The War for Southern Independence (1849–1865)

Summary

The sixth volume of Channing's monumental history covers the slavery crisis, secession, and the Civil War, carrying his account of the nation from the late 1840s through 1865. He blends political, economic, and social threads into a flowing narrative that reflects decades of careful research. This installment crowned a project that ranks among the great single author histories of the United States.