Although many citizens of Missouri wished to remain neutral, they reluctantly found themselves caught in the crossfire of raids between the two groups. Skirmishes between the abolitionist Kansas Jayhawkers and slaveholders in Arkansas and Missouri began years before the firing upon Fort Sumter, making the Ozarks a volatile and dangerous region during the Civil War. With meticulous detail, they chronicle the heroes, outlaws, and peacemakers who were at the center of this hot-blooded battleground. In writing the original version, the authors extensively researched the battles taking place between 18. Explanations of the political and cultural conditions there at the time create a backdrop for the drama that unfolded as a result. Steele and Steve Cottrell provide new insight into the clashes that occurred in the Ozarks and additional commentary from experts. In this revised edition of Civil War in the Ozarks, Phillip W. A history of the bitter battles and skirmishes in the Ozark Region, including photos: “It’s great to see a revised edition of this Civil War classic.” - Ozarks Mountaineer
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