Epilogue: Surviving

How did the Civil War transform the nation? Do you believe that the Civil War could have been avoided? Why or why not?

Chapter Eight-Numbering: "How Many, How Many?"

According to Faust, what were the two modes of understanding that emerged from the Civil War experience? Of the two modes, which one do you agree with more? Why?

Chapter Eight-Numbering: "How Many, How Many"

According to Faust, why was counting the dead such an important task? Do agree with her assertion? Why or why not?

Chapter Seven- Accounting: "Our Responsibility to the Dead"

What are some of the similarities and differences between the North and South's reburial efforts after the Civil War? Of the two sides, who do you believe honored their dead more successfully? Why?

Chapter Seven-Accounting: "Our Obligations to the Dead"

What were some of the roles that women played after the Civil War? What are your thoughts and/or impressions about these roles?