Laws
What law was passed on July 29th, 1861?
The increase in size of the U.S. army.
Who killed Abraham Lincoln?
John Wilkes Booth.
1860/1861
What battle happened in Virginia that led to Confederate victory?
Battle of Bull Run
When did the Union win in Vicksburg?
July 4th, 1863, or just 1863.
What law officially freed slaves?
The Civil Rights Act or the Emancipation Proclamation, of 1863.
Who was the General of the Confederates?
Robert E. Lee
What date was Abraham Lincoln killed?
April 15, 1865, or just 1865.
What battle happened in Maryland that led to Union victory?
Battle of Antietam
When did the war of Bull Run start?
July 21, 1861, or just 1861.
What amendment abolished slavery?
Who was the General of the Union?
Ulysses S. Grant
Where was Abraham Lincoln killed?
Peterson House, Washington, D.C.
What battle happened in Pennsylvania that led to Union victory?
Battle of Gettysburg
When did the Civil War End?
What amendment made states can't take away privileges from people?
Amendment 14th.
Who helped John Wilke Booth run away?
Thomas Jones
When was Abraham Lincoln born?
February 12, 1809, or just 1809.
What battle happened in Mississippi that led to Union victory?
Battle of Vicksburg
When did the Civil War start?
April 12, 1861, or just 1861.
What were the draft laws for the Civil War? (Age)
Any men between the age of 20-45.
Who killed Lincoln's vice president?
George Andrew Atzerodt
How did Abraham Lincoln trigger the Civil War?
Trying to abolish slavery.
Battle of Fort Wagner
When was John Wilke Booth killed?
April 26, 1865, or just 1865.