Books in Graphic Battles of the Civil War series

By fall 1862 President Abraham Lincoln desperately needed a significant Union victory to show Europe that the issue of slavery was at the heart of the War Between the States. The brutal battle at Antietam Creek gave Lincoln what he needed, and days after its conclusion he issued his Emancipation Proclamation.

In graphic novel format, describes the events that happened when the Allies retook Normandy on July 5, 1994, thus turning the tide in World War Two.

In comic book format, describes the battle, including U.S. and Japanese strategy, early Japanese confidence, and the ultimate American victory that ended the Japanese offensive and presaged the country's ultimate defeat.

In comic book format, describes the first battle between two steam powered ironclad warships, discussing the events leading up to the battle, the strategies on both sides, and the indecisive outcome.

In graphic novel format, describes the events that occured leading up to and during the Battle of the Wilderness, a battle which nearly shattered Union forces.

In comic book format, describes the battle of Iwo Jima, discussing its context, the famous photograph taken during the battle, the American victory, and its aftermath.

In comic book format, tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg, the three-day battle that was the turning point in the Civil War.

In comic book format, describes the first major land battle of the American Civil War, discussing the events leading up to the battle, the strategies of the generals on both sides, and the Confederate victory.

In comic book format, describes the battle that began when the Union and Confederate armies met accidentally, discussing the events leading up to the battle, the strategies of the generals on both sides, and the Union victory.

In comic book format, describes the first battle between two steam powered ironclad warships, discussing the events leading up to the battle, the strategies on both sides, and the indecisive outcome.

Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 9/1/2007Pages: 48Reading Level: Age 10 and Up

Describes the Battle of Antietam on September 17, 1862 which claimed over 23,000 casualties and marked the single bloodiest day in American history.