Problem 1: What is the author's (Charles B. Dew) personal background and how does it shape his perspective?
Problem 2: Who are the Apostles of Disunion and what states did they represent?
Problem 3: What was Jefferson Davis' role and influence?
Problem 4: What was Alexander Stephens' role and influence?
Problem 5: What credible sources has Dew relied on for his historical research?
Problem 6: Why does Dew feel so strongly about the Apostles' speeches?
Problem 7: Why does disagreement remain as to the cause of the Civil War?