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Civil War 150: The South Asks for English and French Recognition



For God’s sake, let us, if possible, keep out of it. –British Foreign Minister Lord Russell

The Confederacy faced innumerable challenges during the Civil War. In addition to fighting bloody battles daily, they also were establishing a new government, currency and all that goes with the creation of a new nation. They also worked toward international recognition, mainly from England and France.