[2][3] North & South was founded in 1997[2] with a focus on historical accuracy with frequent ground breaking topics.
[4][5] The magazine is an 8 inch by 103⁄4 inch color glossy cover with 65 to 85 magazine grade pages containing primarily black and white pictures related to the American Civil War with color pictures for a nice balance.
The magazine features articles on historical figures, weapons, battles, campaigns, and events pertaining to the Civil War.
The coverage spans a diverse range of historical events both before and after the American Civil War.
Additionally, the magazine includes an editorial page and brief reviews of history books and simulations.