"The Struggle for Missouri" by John McElroy is a historical capture of Missouri's dramatic story before and during the Civil War. The book explores the state's important role in the conflict, focusing on the intense battle between those for and against slavery. It presents the dreams of Southern leaders who wanted to spread slavery and explains why Missouri was such an important place in this national argument. The book introduces us to important people, such as Frank P. Blair, who was strongly against slavery, and Claiborne F. Jackson, who supported it, showing how the political tensions in the state were strong. It also shows us how society was split and the difficult reasons that led to the Civil War, helping us understand the historical importance of the conflict in Missouri.
The Struggle for Missouri
By John McElroy
In a state divided, the clash of ideologies ignites a fierce battle for its soul, forever shaping the course of a nation teetering on the edge of war.
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About the AuthorJohn McElroy may refer to:John McElroy (author) (1846–1929), American printer, newspaper publisher, soldier, journalist and author
John McElroy (Canada), Royal Canadian Air Force pilot, veteran of World War II, Mahal (Israel) in the 1948 Arab–Israeli War
John McElroy (Jesuit) (1782–1877), Jesuit priest
John McElroy (producer), audiobook producer, see 1998 Grammy Awards
John McElroy (blogger), Autoline Detroit blogger
John McElroy may refer to:John McElroy (author) (1846–1929), American printer, newspaper publisher, soldier, journalist and author John McElroy (Canada), Royal Canadian Air Force pilot, veteran of World War II, Mahal (Israel) in the 1948 Arab–Israeli War John McElroy (Jesuit) (1782–1877), Jesuit priest John McElroy (producer), audiobook producer, see 1998 Grammy Awards John McElroy (blogger), Autoline Detroit blogger
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