This episode introduces the American Civil War. This episode discusses the start of the Civil War. We discuss causes, the impact on U.S. citizens, and the impact on the United States military. Every military branch saw a severe blow to their strength, and the Marine Corps would be hit hard with half of their officers supporting the south.
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