History of North America

What were the two most influential newspapers during US Civil War?

1. New York Times - The New York Times was founded in 1851 and quickly became one of the most influential newspapers in the United States. During the Civil War, the Times was known for its pro-Union stance and its aggressive reporting on the war. The Times also published some of the most iconic photographs of the war, including Mathew Brady's photograph of Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg.

2. Richmond Enquirer - The Richmond Enquirer was founded in 1804 and was one of the most influential newspapers in the Confederate States of America. The Enquirer was known for its pro-Confederate stance and its aggressive reporting on the war. The Enquirer also published some of the most iconic editorials of the war, including George William Bagby's "The Old Virginia Gentleman".