"A country grows in history not only because of the heroism of its troops on the field of battle, it grows also when it turns to justice and to right for the conservation of its interests."
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About Bruce Catton
Bruce Catton was an American historian and journalist known for his works on the American Civil War. He was born in 1899 in Michigan and grew up with a deep fascination for the history of his country. Catton worked as a newspaper reporter and editor before focusing on writing historical narratives. His books, including 'A Stillness at Appomattox' and 'Mr. Lincoln's Army,' are highly regarded for their detailed and engaging accounts of the Civil War and its impact on American society.
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