"Disunion and Restoration in Tennessee" by John Randolph Neal is a historical exploration of Tennessee's journey through the Civil War era, focusing on its departure from the Union and its eventual return. The book begins by setting the scene of Tennessee on the brink of conflict, highlighting that most people in the state didn't originally want to leave the Union. The story goes on to discuss the reasons behind the state's decision to secede, featuring key players like Governor Isham G. Harris and the varying opinions held across Tennessee, especially when it came to slavery and staying unified. It traces how the increasing tensions and failed initial attempts at secession combined with the start of war shifted people’s feelings and changed their loyalties, paving the way for the state's later struggles and rebuilding.
Disunion and Restoration in Tennessee Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the Faculty of Political Science, Columbia University
By John Randolph Neal
In a state torn between loyalty and division, political tensions rise, leading to secession and a long road to restoration amidst the backdrop of civil war.
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About the AuthorJohn Randolph Neal Jr. was an American attorney, law professor, politician, and activist, best known for his role as chief counsel during the 1925 Scopes Trial, and as an advocate for the establishment of the Tennessee Valley Authority in the 1920s and 1930s. He also taught law at the University of Denver and the University of Tennessee, and served in the Tennessee state legislature. He was a candidate for governor or senator numerous times between 1912 and 1954.
John Randolph Neal Jr. was an American attorney, law professor, politician, and activist, best known for his role as chief counsel during the 1925 Scopes Trial, and as an advocate for the establishment of the Tennessee Valley Authority in the 1920s and 1930s. He also taught law at the University of Denver and the University of Tennessee, and served in the Tennessee state legislature. He was a candidate for governor or senator numerous times between 1912 and 1954.
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