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Reminiscences of Chicago During the Civil War: With an Introduction is a historical book written by Mabel MacIlvaine and published in 1914. The book is a personal account of MacIlvaine's experiences living in Chicago during the American Civil War. It provides a unique perspective on the war from a civilian's point of view, detailing the impact of the conflict on the city and its residents.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of life in Chicago during the war. MacIlvaine describes the city's reaction to the outbreak of war, the formation of local…mehr

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Reminiscences of Chicago During the Civil War: With an Introduction is a historical book written by Mabel MacIlvaine and published in 1914. The book is a personal account of MacIlvaine's experiences living in Chicago during the American Civil War. It provides a unique perspective on the war from a civilian's point of view, detailing the impact of the conflict on the city and its residents.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of life in Chicago during the war. MacIlvaine describes the city's reaction to the outbreak of war, the formation of local military units, and the arrival of wounded soldiers. She also discusses the role of women in supporting the war effort, including their work as nurses and fundraisers.Throughout the book, MacIlvaine provides vivid descriptions of daily life in Chicago during the war, including the social and political climate, the impact of the war on business and commerce, and the city's response to key events such as the Emancipation Proclamation and the assassination of President Lincoln.The book also includes an introduction by the author, in which she reflects on her motivations for writing the book and the significance of her experiences during the war. Overall, Reminiscences of Chicago During the Civil War offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, as seen through the eyes of a resident of one of the country's most important cities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.