General Questions
When was the Civil War fought?
1861-1865
What was the South's economy based on?
farming
What did the Union gain by winning at Vicksburg?
the last major port held by the South, cut off the South's supply lines, and gained complete control of the Mississippi
Who was the President of the United Sates during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
What allowed for 15,000 miles of military communication lines?
the Telegraph
What was the North and the South commonly known as?
The Union and the Confederacy
Who's election brought forth the South's secession?
Abraham Lincoln
What was considered the first battle of the war which signifying the begging of the Civil War?
Battle of Fort Sumter
Who was the president of the Confederate States?
Jefferson Davis
What was the most common gun used?
the Enfield 1853 Rifled Musket
What did this war do?
ended slavery and united the United States under one union
In terms of state's rights, the South thought that federal government was doing what?
taking away their rights and power
Which battle was one of the final battles of the Civil War? This is also where General Lee surrendered to General Grant.
The Battle of Appomattox Courthouse
Where did Stonewall Jackson get his name?
First Battle of Bull Run on Henry Hill
What were hot air balloons used for?
to spy on Confederate troops
What was the Civil War known as?
the war that put "brother against brother"
What was the South's reasoning behind going to war?
to protect their believed rights and freedom and to ensure that slavery would not be ruled illegal in the South
What was the deadliest battle of the Civil War?
Battle of Gettysburg
Which confederate General was famous for leading armies in the Battles of Antietam, Frederickburg, Gettysburg, and Appomattox?
Robert E. Lee
What did women do during the Civil War? (list at least 3)
managed the household
filled traditional men's roles
worked in military camps
worked as nurses
worked as spies
fought in the war
How many soldiers died in the Civil War making it the deadliest war in American history?
600,000
What was the North's reason to go to war?
The 11 Southern states seceded. Lincoln said they had no right to leave and sent troops to stop them.
Which battles was considered the first major battle of the war and resulted in the authorization of the enlistment of 500,000 new Union soldiers?
Battle of 1st Manassas
Who was the first American to ever hold the rank of admiral ad was the highest ranking officer in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War?
David Farragut
What media outlets allowed for advancement in propaganda?
print media, telegrams, and photographic technology