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The War Behind the Battle Lines

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Last broadcast on Fri, 8 Apr 2011, 15:45 on BBC Radio 4 (see all broadcasts).

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David Reynolds tells the story of the American Civil War which began 150 years ago this month. In ten episodes he explores the origins and legacy of the war.

Episode 5: 'The War Behind the Battle Lines': The burning of Atlanta.

Previously broadcast on 23 January, 2009, as part of David Reynolds 90 part series America, Empire of Liberty.

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  1. Fri 23 Jan 2009
    15:45
  2. Fri 8 Apr 2011
    15:45

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15 minutes

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