The Images of the Civil War

The writings of Pulitzer Prize-winning author James McPherson come to life as the filmmakers at The History Channel use the paintings of acclaimed artist Mort Kurstler and dramatic re-enactments to bring the War Between the States to life as never before captured on camera. With captivating renditions of Pickett's charge and the Irish Brigade's stand at Fredericksburg, filmmakers capture the chaos, brutality, and courage of the Civil War in a manner not even accomplished by the most seasoned battlefield photographers.