Includes bibliographical references (pages 211-226) and index.
Contents
The Mexican War and nativism -- Catholics rally to the flag -- Catholic soldiers in the Union Army -- Priests and nuns in the Army -- Slavery divides the church -- Catholics' opposition to the war -- Post-war anti-Catholicism -- Catholics remember the Civil War.
Summary
This volume argues that the Civil War had a negative impact on the assimilation and acceptance of Catholics in American society.
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