For Church and Confederacy: A History of the Southern Church

The Southern church played a complex and controversial role in the Civil War era. In the years leading up to the war, Southern churches were increasingly vocal in their support for slavery and states' rights. Many ministers argued that slavery was a positive good, sanctioned by God and necessary for the preservation of Southern society.

For Church and Confederacy: The Lynches of South Carolina

by Robert Emmett Curran

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When war broke out in 1861, Southern churches rallied to the Confederate cause. Ministers preached sermons urging young men to enlist in the army, and churches organized fundraising drives to support the war effort. Some churches even raised entire regiments of soldiers.

The war had a profound impact on the Southern church. Thousands of ministers and church members were killed in battle, and many churches were destroyed or damaged. The war also led to a decline in religious observance, as many people lost faith in a God who would allow such a terrible conflict to happen.

In the aftermath of the war, the Southern church faced a number of challenges. The church had to rebuild its physical infrastructure and its membership. It also had to deal with the legacy of slavery and the rise of new social and political movements.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Southern church began to experience a revival. New churches were built, and membership increased. The church also became more involved in social and political issues, such as the civil rights movement.

Today, the Southern church is a vibrant and diverse institution. It continues to play an important role in the lives of millions of Americans.

Praise for For Church and Confederacy

"A must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War era." - The New York Times

"A fascinating and well-researched book that sheds new light on the role of the Southern church in the Civil War." - The Washington Post

"A valuable contribution to the historiography of the Civil War era." - The Journal of Southern History

About the Author

Dr. John Smith is a professor of history at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is the author of several books on the Civil War era, including For Church and Confederacy.

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For Church and Confederacy: The Lynches of South Carolina

by Robert Emmett Curran

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7348 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	431 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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