The Jewel of Liberty marks a milestone in Civil War and Lincoln history, combining in-depth research with challenging new arguments to present the case for the election of 1864 which returned Lincoln to office and cemented emancipation as the most important in American history. Had Lincoln lost, the Confederacy might have achieved its two main goals, independence as a nation and the perpetuation of slavery. Never in our past has the nature and future of the nation depended so much on the ballot box.
Discover the fascinating true stories behind the twenty weapons that changed our world.Sometimes the simplest inventions can shape the course of history and change the way we live in times of both war and peace.From the humble stirrup to a billion-dollar warship, from mysterious Greek Fire to the iconic Spitfire - uncover unbelievable real-life stories of intrigue and invention as we journey through thousands of years of human history. Packed with fascinating facts and brought to life with astonishing illustrations, this is the story of the weapons that changed the game - forever.