Faith of the Fathers: The Comprehensive History of Catholic Chaplains in the Civil War. By Robert J. Miller. Notre Dame: University of Notre Dame Press, 2025. xxvi + 459 pp. 45. 00 Hardcover.

Key Points

• The aim is to detail the contributions and experiences of Catholic chaplains during the Civil War.
• Comprehensive historical analysis of primary and secondary sources.
• Exploration of clergy roles and their impact on soldiers.
• Examination of religious influence within military settings.
• Illustrates the unique spiritual care provided by Catholic chaplains.
• Documents the interaction between faith and military life.
• Highlights personal accounts that shape understanding of chaplaincy during conflict.