The American Civil War was the most momentous event in all American History, even more so, than the Revolutionary War. There were more than ten thousand military and naval engagements, large and small, lasting four years, costing over 600,000 dead, and leaving untold misery throughout the land. The War was too complex to define it as “slavery versus freedom.” Imbedded in the War were opposite visions of government policies, economic structures and most importantly, National identity.

  What this country was going into the War and what it became when the War ended, is still up for debate. But what should not be debated is that the profound changes the War imposed on the country and its citizens are ongoing today. In a 3-part series, Attorney and amateur historian Jerry Colen will be here to tell us about the War, its battles and leaders and the meaning the War may have for us now.