The Tree of Appomattox

The final installment of a sweeping Civil‑War saga brings listeners back to the turbulent years that reshaped a nation. Set against the backdrop of the war’s closing days, the story follows two intertwined families whose loyalties pull them in opposite directions. Through vivid scenes of camps, marches, and early battles, the narrative captures the raw uncertainty and fierce hope that defined the era.

At its heart are Harry Kenton, a young Southern soldier, and his cousin Dick Mason, who has taken up the Union cause. Their families—Colonel George Kenton and Mrs. Mason—offer contrasting perspectives on honor, duty, and the price of conflict. As the armies converge toward Appomattox, the cousins confront the painful choices that war imposes, while the surrounding cast of officers, scouts, and civilians adds depth to a portrait of a nation on the brink of peace. The tale balances historical detail with personal drama, inviting listeners to experience the human side of a defining moment in American history.