Treasure and Empire--Gold, Silver, and Copper

ECW's Neil Chatelain discusses "Treasure and Empire: The Panama Route, the West, and the Campaigns to Control America's Mineral Wealth"-gold, silver, and copper-during the Civil War.
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[@tomdynia9951]

This certainly sounds like a fascinating book that I won't be able to live without.

[@emergingcivilwar8965]

We recommend it!

[@ronniewatkins]

Thank you for this insight about a lesser known aspect of the war. Very interesting indeed!

[@emergingcivilwar8965]

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mattpiepenburg8769]

Gold Matters :)

[@Jubilo1]

I'll take Donald Frazier for $500. Alex....