History of the Union League of Philadelphia, From its Origin and Foundation to the Year 1882

Founded in 1862, the Union League of Philadelphia played a pivotal role in the Union war effort during the American Civil War, providing crucial support for military and political leaders alike. In this definitive history of the organization, George Parsons Lathrop traces the League's development over the course of its first twenty years, offering readers a fascinating window into one of America's most important civic institutions.