Civil War

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First published 160 years ago during the Civil War, it has been in continuous publication since World War II, with its editorial independence guaranteed by Congress.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

President Abraham Lincoln cycled through five commanding generals during the Civil War, and dozens of generals were retired or relieved of command during World War II.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

It was small-time stuff until after the Civil War, when the railroads reached south and the fruit sold north.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Celestina Bishop said she’s considering selling Woodlawn Celestial Garden, where her mother and sister are buried, along with Civil War veterans.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Before the Civil War, five sitting presidents vacationed there, as did judges, lawyers, diplomats, slaveholders, and merchants—mostly from Southern states.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson