History Of The Civil War Military Pensions, 1861-1865 (1917) - John William Oliver - Bog

""History of the Civil War Military Pensions, 1861-1865"" is a book written by John William Oliver and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive account of the military pensions issued during the American Civil War. It covers the period from the outbreak of the war in 1861 to its conclusion in 1865. The author examines the different types of pensions that were available to soldiers and their families, including disability pensions, widow's pensions, and orphan's pensions. He also explores the criteria for eligibility and the application process for these pensions. The book draws on official government records and other primary sources to provide a detailed and accurate account of the pension system during the Civil War. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War or the development of social welfare programs 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.