In the midst of a bloody Civil War, one Ohio family stood at the center of the Northern debate over emancipation. The Ewing's had a heavy hand in defending the soul of the Republican party and waging war on the South. This hour, we consider the saga of this Lancaster family dynasty during this pivotal historic moment.

Guest:

Kenneth J. Heineman, Professor of History and Department Chair at Angelo State University and author of Civil War Dynasty: The Ewing Family of Ohio