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American Civil War: Biographies (two volumes) presents the life stories of sixty individuals who played a part in the Civil War-such as Ulysses S. Grant, Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee, and Philip Sheridan-as well as individuals who made key contributions but who aren't often recognized, such as Battle of Gettysburg hero Joshua L. Chamberlain, black abolitionist Martin Delany, Confederate spy Rose O'Neal Greenhow, and painter Winslow Homer. Nearly 130 black and white photos illustrate the text. Numerous sidebars highlight interesting individuals and fascinating facts. Biographies also includes cross-references, a timeline, sources for further reading, and an index.