The Greenbacks Or The Money That Won The Civil War And The World War

By Otto Gresham

Book Overview

The Greenbacks or The Money That Won The Civil War and The World War is a book written by Otto Gresham. It is a historical account of the role played by greenbacks, a type of paper money, in the American Civil War and World War I. The book delves into the history of the greenbacks, their issuance, and their impact on the economy during these two wars. The author provides insights into how the greenbacks helped finance the Union war effort during the Civil War and how they were used to fund the American entry into World War I. The book also discusses the controversies surrounding the use of greenbacks, including their impact on inflation and their legality. The Greenbacks or The Money That Won The Civil War and The World War is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of money and its role in shaping world events.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163156515
• ISBN13: 9781163156513
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"