10 Facts: What Everyone Should Know About the Civil War
WEBNov 12, 2013 · The American Civil War was fought between the United States of America and the Confederate States of America, a collection of eleven southern states that left the Union in 1860 and 1861. The conflict began primarily as a result of the long-standing disagreement over the institution of slavery.
Civil War ‑ Causes, Dates & Battles - HISTORY
WEBOct 15, 2009 · The Civil War in the United States began in 1861, after decades of simmering tensions between northern and southern states over slavery, states’ rights and westward expansion.
American Civil War - Wikipedia
WEBThe American Civil War (April 12, 1861 – May 26, 1865; also known by other names) was a civil war in the United States between the Union [f] ("the North") and the Confederacy ("the South"), which was formed in 1861 by states that had seceded from the Union.
American Civil War | History, Summary, Dates, Causes, Map, …
WEB1 day ago · American Civil War, four-year war (1861–65) fought between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded to form the Confederate States of America. It arose out of disputes over slavery and states’ rights.
A Brief Overview of the American Civil War
WEBNov 20, 2008 · The Civil War is the central event in America's historical consciousness. While the Revolution of 1776-1783 created the United States, the Civil War of 1861-1865 determined what kind of nation it would be.
American Civil War: Causes, Dates & Battles - HISTORY
WEBThe American Civil War was fought between 1861 and 1865 over the issues of slavery and states' rights. Learn about Civil War battles, generals, political leaders and more.
American Civil War Facts | Britannica
WEBThe American Civil War was a four-year war (1861–65) between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America.
Key Facts of the American Civil War - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBList of some of the important facts of the American Civil War, four-year war (1861–65) between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America. The conflict …
Civil War Facts - American Battlefield Trust
WEBAug 16, 2011 · The American Civil War was the defining event in our nation’s history. Between 1861 and 1865 10,000 battles and engagements were fought across the continent, from Vermont to the New Mexico Territory, and beyond. Many elements of Civil War scholarship are still hotly debated. The facts on this page are based on the soundest information available.
Myths & Misunderstandings: What Caused the Civil War
WEBJul 24, 2017 · The South’s defense of the very real institution of slavery and of the economy, society, culture, and civilization built upon slavery was the indispensable factor that led to war. Explore This Topic More: “Primary Source: The Declaration of Causes of Seceding States” (Civil War Trust)