POLES IN THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR 1861-1865

Discover the fascinating story of the participation of Poles in one of the most important conflicts in American history. This detailed work, based on years of research, sheds new light on the motivations and fate of our compatriots who fought on both sides of the barricade. Learn about their opinions on slavery and abolitionism, as well as the fate of Polish units and commanders.

• The first work in a long time devoted entirely to the participation of Poles in the Civil War.
• Extended version of the doctoral dissertation defended in 2013.
• Presentation of the motives that guided Poles in siding with the Union or the Confederacy.
• Presentation of the silhouettes of Polish abolitionists, both known and previously silenced.
• Approximation of the largest Polish source from the Civil War period - the diary of Adam Gurowski.
• Reconstruction of the processes of creation and war fate of Polish units such as the Polish Legions and the Polish Brigade.
• Development of the history of smaller units created or commanded by Poles.

The book "Poles in the American Civil War 1861-1865" is the result of years of research by the author, who has reached previously unknown archival sources, source publications and press materials from the Civil War period. The author presents the silhouettes of Polish regimental commanders in the U.S. Colored Troops, which is a novelty in Polish historiography. The subject of the so-called colored units in general, and thus also Poles serving in these units, has remained and continues to remain outside the interest of Polish researchers. Meanwhile, it is in the units organized from African Americans that we can find as many as three Polish officers commanding, even temporarily, a regiment.

The Napoleon V publishing house, known for its editorial care, gives readers a solidly edited hardcover book that will surely find its place in the library of every history lover. The 17x24 cm format and 706 pages full of content guarantee long hours of fascinating reading. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Poland and the United States.

This work is a valuable source of knowledge about the participation of Poles in the Civil War, showing their diverse motivations and attitudes. Based on rich source material, the author presents a comprehensive picture of Polish soldiers, officers and abolitionists who played an important role in this conflict. This book will surely interest both historians and a wide audience wishing to expand their knowledge of the history of Poland and America.