Campfire and Battlefield An Illustrated History of the Campaigns and Conflicts of the Great Civil War

"Campfire and Battlefield" by Rossiter Johnson et al. is a detailed exploration of the American Civil War, starting with the deep-seated troubles of slavery and states' rights that tore the nation apart. The story walks through the key events that ignited the war, like the attack on Fort Sumter and the leaving of Southern states from the Union. It shines a light on the important people who shaped the conflict, such as John Brown and President Lincoln, and explains the intense political atmosphere that fueled feelings between the North and South, ultimately guiding the country toward bloody battles.