
The final volume of a popular series brings listeners into the heart of the American Civil War through a collection of sharply rendered scenes. Though not a single linear saga, each episode stays true to the documented events and captures the fervent spirit of those tumultuous years. From naval confrontations to the clamor of battlefield camps, the narrative paints a vivid portrait of a nation divided and gradually reunited.
Beyond the clash of arms, the story explores how the war reshaped public attitudes toward the military. It follows ordinary men and women as they become symbols of honor, and examines the rise of the flag as a unifying emblem for a generation of schoolchildren and citizens alike. The author's reflections on post‑war patriotism give the listeners a sense of how memory of the conflict continued to shape American identity.
Listeners will hear the cadence of marching troops, the crack of distant cannons, and the quiet resolve of those who kept the Union together. The episodic structure offers a tapestry of voices and perspectives, making the period feel immediate and personal.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (372K characters)
Series
Blue and the Gray--Afloat, book 6
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Louise Hope, David Garcia, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library)
Release date
2006-06-25
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1822–1897
A 19th-century American storyteller and educator, he wrote lively adventure books for young readers under the pen name Oliver Optic. His tales of ships, schools, and moral choices made him one of the best-known juvenile authors of his era.
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