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In the series premier of our podcast "Civil War Curious," historian George Rable answers questions about the significance of religion during the Civil War—especially to Union and Confederate soldiers. Sponsored by our friends at American Battlefield Trust Listen here: bit.ly/4kAo0qJ

"Fighting for Freedom: Black Craftspeople and the Pursuit of Independence" provides "an excellent window into the lives of...men and women who sewed crucial threads into the fabric of American culture and society," writes Frank Kalisik. Read more here: bit.ly/3HDhgd6

The Summer '25 issue of the Monitor goes on sale today! You can learn more about it—or order a copy—at our website: civilwarmonitor.com/issue/summer-2… #CivilWar

Today is Flag Day, when we mark the anniversary of the adoption of the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777. (It's also the day the U.S. Army celebrates its birthday.) Shown here: A Union soldier poses with the national colors draped over his shoulder sometime during the Civil War.

#HappyFathersDay to all dads out there. Shown here: an unidentified Union soldier with a boy, probably father and son, in a photo taken during the Civil War.

In the second installment of our “Civil War Fashion” photo essay series, we highlight more images of soldiers and civilians wearing snazzy clothes and accessories, carrying interesting props, and striking bold poses: bit.ly/44jBgdq

In the latest episode of our podcast "Civil War Curious," historian Jennifer M. Murray weighs in on whether Antietam or Gettysburg was the bigger turning point in the war. Sponsored by our friends at American Battlefield Trust Listen here: bit.ly/45Y1Yte

"Feeding Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia" by Michael C. Hardy "provides a useful introduction to the subject of food and eating in the Army of Northern Virginia," writes Earl Hess. Read more about it here: bit.ly/4e95gfv

What's "Juneteenth"? Learn about the origins of the term in historian Tracy Barnett's "Fighting Words" column from our current issue. Free to read today: bit.ly/3HOgp9g #juneteenth2025

Happy first official day of summer! We compiled quotes from Union and Confederate soldiers about the intense heat and discomfort that accompanied summer campaigning. Read them here: bit.ly/3HLROBZ #SummerSolstice #CivilWar

In our latest digital history column, Lincoln scholar Christian McWhirter looks at how the 16th president's thinking on the Declaration of Independence fundamentally shaped how he defined freedom. Read it here: tinyurl.com/yc29tv8d

In the latest episode of our podcast "Civil War Curious," historian Megan L. Bever discusses the prevalence of alcohol in Civil War armies and the many issues that resulted from its presence. Sponsored by our friends at American Battlefield Trust. Listen here: tinyurl.com/yc846p4h

"Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" by Sarah Kay Bierle "bring[s] admirable balance to a subject long cloaked in nostalgia," writes Riley Sullivan. Read more about it here: civilwarmonitor.com/glorious-coura…

#otd in 1864, Confederate forces won a tactical victory over William T. Sherman's army at Kennesaw Mountain in Georgia. The result did not, however, halt Sherman's advance toward Atlanta. Shown here: the battle as depicted by artist Thure de Thulstrup.

George G. Meade was appointed to replace Joseph Hooker as commander of the Army of the Potomac #otd in 1863. Days later, he would lead that army to victory at the Battle of Gettysburg.

"My Dear Little Man" is how Texas infantryman John Camden West began a detailed letter to his 4-year-old son about his participation in the Battle of Gettysburg, fought 162 years ago this week. Read it here: civilwarmonitor.com/a-texan-at-get…

In the latest episode of our podcast "Civil War Curious," Licensed Battlefield Guide Jessie Wheedleton answers questions about Colonel Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain’s performance at Gettysburg. Sponsored by our friends at American Battlefield Trust. Listen here: bit.ly/4ntCZEw

"Faith of the Fathers: The Comprehensive History of Catholic Chaplains in the Civil War" by Robert J. Miller offers "an expansive overview of an overlooked topic," writes Danny Brennan. Read more about it here: bit.ly/4l4aEDf

The 3-day Battle of Gettysburg concluded #otd 162 years go. Looking to learn more about the epic fight? We asked Civil War historians to list their favorite books on the battle. View their recommendations here: civilwarmonitor.com/the-best-getty…

Happy #FourthOfJuly! Shown here: The 4th Minnesota Infantry is depicted entering Vicksburg, the strategically vital city on the Mississippi River that fell to Union forces #otd in 1863, in a painting by Francis Millet. #independenceday2025 #CivilWar