Gotham at War

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The book offers an engaging exploration of New York City's pivotal role during the Civil War, highlighting its mobilization of a military force that aided in protecting Washington, D.C. It emphasizes the city's crucial financial support for the Union, which was vital for its survival. Additionally, New York emerged as a hub for manpower, military supplies, and shipbuilding, while also becoming a key center for medical care for sick and wounded soldiers, showcasing its multifaceted contributions to the war effort.