The Civil War Today: An elegant interactive trip into American history via iPad

I find the Civil War to be one of the most fascinating periods of American history. The struggle that tore our nation apart 150 years ago occurred during a time of great social upheaval, continued westward expansion, and technological changes that shaped the next century.

When I saw that HISTORY had released The Civil War Today for iPad (US$7.99), I glanced at a description of the app and then bought it immediately. What I’ve been enjoying since April 12, 2011 is a well-designed interactive daily trip into the events that happened exactly 150 years ago. It’s as if my iPad has become a time machine taking me back into the past, and as the war heats up and comes to its inevitable conclusion over the next four years, I’ll be experiencing the battles, the tragedies, and the personal stories of the people who lived through the Civil War.

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Gallery: The Civil War Today