This fascinating collection of documents offers a unique window into the politics and psychology of the Civil War era, as seen through the speeches and messages of Wisconsin's wartime governors. Tilton and Thwaites provide insightful commentary on the issues that dominated the day - from slavery and secession to the conduct of the war and the prospects for peace. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and its aftermath. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.