The Lutheran Church And The Civil War (1919)

The Lutheran Church and the Civil War is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles William Heathcote and originally published in 1919. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the role played by the Lutheran Church in the United States during the American Civil War. The author examines the impact of the war on the Lutheran Church, including the challenges faced by the church and its members, as well as the ways in which the church contributed to the war effort.Heathcote's book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the Lutheran Church's involvement in the Civil War. The author begins by providing a brief history of the Lutheran Church in America and its role in society prior to the outbreak of the war. He then explores the impact of the war on the church, including the ways in which it affected the lives of Lutheran pastors and congregations.The book also covers the role played by the Lutheran Church in providing spiritual and material support to soldiers on both sides of the conflict. Heathcote examines the work of Lutheran chaplains and the establishment of Lutheran hospitals and aid societies during the war.In addition to providing a detailed account of the Lutheran Church's involvement in the Civil War, the book also offers insights into the broader social and political context of the time. Heathcote explores issues such as slavery, race relations, and the role of religion in American society.Overall, The Lutheran Church and the Civil War is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Lutheran Church in America, the Civil War, or the intersection of religion and politics in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.