This book summarizes Iowa's involvement and contributions to the Civil War, with chapters covering the subjects of John Brown, significant battles such as Fort Sumter, the state and governor's response to events, the Battle of Wilson Creek, Battle of Blue Mills, Battle of Belmont, Battle of Pea Ridge, and Battle of Shiloh. The book continues with the discussion of Iowans in the Battle of Vicksburg and Siege of Jackson, along with Sherman's March to the Sea. Resource can be used with the following standards to further develop lessons: SS-US 9-12.23 Iowans Influence US History.