North
What were the North's advantages at the beginning of the Civil War?
More factories, more railroad tracks, and more people.
What were the South's advantages in the beginning of the Civil War?
Experienced military officers and a home field advantage
What was "Pickett's Charge"?
General Pickett led his men against Union lines. They charged and half of them were almost killed.
How did the North name battles?
Based on the most nearby body of water
What was the new type of ship called that was used during the Civil War?
Ironclads
Who was the President of the USA/The Union at this time?
Abraham Lincoln
Who was the President of the Confederate States of America?
Jefferson Davis
The North.
How did the South name battles?
Based on the nearest town/city
Describe the conditions of the prisoner of war camps.
dirty and unsanitary conditions, diseases and overcrowding, not enough food/resources.
Describe General McClellan.
He was a good organizer, but he was cautious, did not take risks or press his advantage. He was replaced with General Burnside.
In what state did most of the fighting take place?
Virginia
Who was the well-educated and well-trained Confederate commander of the Northern Army of Virginia?
Rober E. Lee
During what battle did "Pickett's Charge" take place?
Battle of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania
The Mississippi River
Why was the Battle of Gettysburg important?
It was a major turning point in the war. It was the beginning of the end for the Confederacy.
What was the Emancipation Proclamation?
This declared that all of the slaves in the states that were rebelling against the Union were now free
Describe how General "Stonewall" Jackson earned his nickname?
He held his ground, like a stone wall, and did not move during the First Battle of Bull Run
Describe the results of the Battle of Antietam.
How was technology more advanced during the Civil War?
How did McClellan's cautious nature hurt the Union?
McClellan did not follow the South when they retreated. He was very cautious about attacking. This hurt the Union’s advantage.
What was the capitol city of the Confederate States of America?
Richmond, Virginia
What is General William Sherman best known for?
Marching from Atlanta to the Atlantic, leaving a 60 mile wide path of destruction
Where and when did Robert E. Lee surrender?
Appomattox Court House, Virginia. April 9th, 1865.
What battle was considered the "bloodiest day of the Civil War"?
The Battle of Antietam Creek