North vs. South
The soldiers of the north were known as who?
The union
Who signed the Emancipation Proclamation?
Abraham Lincoln
Some Floridians didn’t want to fight for either side, so they hid out in the woods and swamps to avoid...
being drafted
When Florida surrendered, what troop took over Tallahassee and raised the American flag?
The Union
Florida was a large supplier of what?
Salt
What was the Emancipation Proclamation?
A document signed by Abraham Lincoln stating that slavery was ended/abolished
What year did Florida become a state?
1845
What is the name of the fort off the coast of Pensacola?
Fort Pickens
What was the cow cavalry?
Union soldiers who captured cattle
What color uniforms did the Confederates wear?
Gray - also known as "Yellowbellies."
What does it mean to abolish something?
To put an end to, or stop something
What was Florida's economy based on during the war?
Cattle and crops
How long was the Battle of Olustee?
6 hours
An important role played by the confederates was to keep these things protected so supplies could be moved safely.
inland roads and rivers
Which side was considered the "Yanks or Yankees?"
The North (Union)
When was Abraham Lincoln elected as president?
What was the largest battle in Florida?
Battle of Olustee
The Battle of Olustee occurred near this present day city
Lake City
Why was salt an important resource during the war?
refrigeration had not been introduced yet, it was used to keep the meat from spoiling
Who was the president of the United States of America?
Abraham Lincoln
What were the two major issues of the Civil War?
Slavery and state's rights
When did Florida officially surrender during the war?
April 26, 1865
True or False: The Battle of Olustee was the bloodiest battle during the war
True
What was the mission of the cow cavalry?
to protect the cattle ranches and salt work