Union in Peril

The Crisis over British Intervention in the Civil War

By Howard Jones | Publisher: The University of North Carolina Press

About the book

Jones studies the crisis in Anglo-American relations during the Civil War and its impact on the South’s attempt to win foreign support during the crucial years of 1861 and 1862. He argues that the central issue was the possibility that Britain would grant diplomatic recognition to the Confederacy, a move that would have legitimized secession and undermined the Constitution.

Originally published in 1992.

A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

Editions of Union in Peril

Hardcover
ISBN 9780807820483
Paperback
ISBN 9780807873960
EBook
ISBN 9780807873977
PDF
ISBN 9798890885456

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Jones studies the crisis in Anglo-American relations during the Civil War and its impact on the South’s attempt to win foreign support during the crucial years of 1861 and 1862. He argues that the central issue was the possibility that Britain would grant diplomatic recognition to the Confederacy, a move that would have legitimized secession and undermined the Constitution.

Originally published in 1992.

A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

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What is Union in Peril about?

Jones studies the crisis in Anglo-American relations during the Civil War and its impact on the South’s attempt to win foreign support during the crucial years of 1861 and 1862. He argues that the central issue was the possibility that Britain would grant diplomatic recognition to the Confederacy, a move that would have legitimized secession and undermined the Constitution.

Originally published in 1992.

A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Union in Peril?

History and Archaeology > History > History of the Americas

Where can I read a sample of Union in Peril?

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How long is Union in Peril and how many pages does it have?

Union in Peril has 316 page(s)

Is Union in Peril part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Civil War America

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Union in Peril?

Howard Jones

Who is the Publisher of the book Union in Peril?

The University of North Carolina Press

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Union in Peril is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780807820483) and paperback(ISBN 9780807873960) and ebook(ISBN 9780807873977) and pdf(ISBN 9798890885456)

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