James Finck: 1 book
Divided Loyalties
Kentucky’s Struggle for Armed Neutrality in the Civil War
Language: English
Release Date: December 19, 2012
On May 16, 1861, the Kentucky state legislature passed an ordinance declaring its neutrality, which the state’s governor, Beriah Magoffin, confirmed four days later. Kentucky’s declaration and ultimate support for the Union stood at odds with the state’s social and cultural heritage....
