This book examines the life of Samuel Jordan Kirkwood, who served in the United States Senate, as Secretary of the Interior, and as Iowa's governor during the Civil War. The contents of this book connect to the following Chronological Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861) Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877) The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900) The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930) Resource can be used with the following standards to further develop lessons: 8th grade SS 8.25 Iowa Government.