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Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Volume 2

Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Volume 2

Written by: Jefferson Davis
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 In Volume 2 of The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, delves into a candid exploration of the history and ideals of the Confederacy. Written in 1881, this work serves not only as a historical account but also as a heartfelt defense of the principles he believed justified the Civil War. Davis poignantly reflects on the tragic subjugation of state governments by the United States, expressing his deep sorrow for the transformation of a constitutional government into an instrument of imperialism. He asserts that the Northern efforts to liberate slaves ultimately jeopardized their own freedoms. This compelling narrative invites readers to grapple with the complexities of a pivotal moment in American history. Proof-Listened by TriciaG & denisedee.Copyright War & Military Stories
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  • 024 - Part 4 Chapter 38

    024 - Part 4 Chapter 38
    Jan 24 2026
    In Volume 2 of The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, delves into a candid exploration of the history and ideals of the Confederacy. Written in 1881, this work serves not only as a historical account but also as a heartfelt defense of the principles he believed justified the Civil War. Davis poignantly reflects on the tragic subjugation of state governments by the United States, expressing his deep sorrow for the transformation of a constitutional government into an instrument of imperialism. He asserts that the Northern efforts to liberate slaves ultimately jeopardized their own freedoms. This compelling narrative invites readers to grapple with the complexities of a pivotal moment in American history. Proof-Listened by TriciaG & denisedee.
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    30 mins
  • 023 - Part 4 Chapter 37

    023 - Part 4 Chapter 37
    Jan 23 2026
    In Volume 2 of The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, delves into a candid exploration of the history and ideals of the Confederacy. Written in 1881, this work serves not only as a historical account but also as a heartfelt defense of the principles he believed justified the Civil War. Davis poignantly reflects on the tragic subjugation of state governments by the United States, expressing his deep sorrow for the transformation of a constitutional government into an instrument of imperialism. He asserts that the Northern efforts to liberate slaves ultimately jeopardized their own freedoms. This compelling narrative invites readers to grapple with the complexities of a pivotal moment in American history. Proof-Listened by TriciaG & denisedee.
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    34 mins
  • 022 - Part 4 Chapter 36

    022 - Part 4 Chapter 36
    Jan 22 2026
    In Volume 2 of The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, delves into a candid exploration of the history and ideals of the Confederacy. Written in 1881, this work serves not only as a historical account but also as a heartfelt defense of the principles he believed justified the Civil War. Davis poignantly reflects on the tragic subjugation of state governments by the United States, expressing his deep sorrow for the transformation of a constitutional government into an instrument of imperialism. He asserts that the Northern efforts to liberate slaves ultimately jeopardized their own freedoms. This compelling narrative invites readers to grapple with the complexities of a pivotal moment in American history. Proof-Listened by TriciaG & denisedee.
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    17 mins
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