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How did African Americans contribute to the war effort on both sides?
They served as soldiers, laborers, and spies for the Union and the Confederacy.
Who's death mainly influenced Andrew Johnson's promotion to the presidency.
Abraham Lincoln
what happened at the battle of fort sumpter
union major robert anderson surrendered the fort leading to its evacuation on april14
What were the roles of women during the Civil War, both on the home front and in direct support of the troops?
On the home front, they managed farms, businesses, and plantations, often taking on tasks previously done by men.
What battle did Brigadier Ulysses S. Grant lead in 1861, on November 7?
The Battle of Belmont
what led to thee assasination of abriham lincohln
was a result of a conspiracy led an actor john wilkes booth a pro confederare was motivated by his beilef in the confederacy and his opisition
What was the experience of prisoners in the Civil War, and how were they handled?
Common experiences included forced labor, starvation, poor medical care, and psychological abuse.
When did the Civil War begin
April 12, 1861
what lead to the surrender of the confederate forces at appomatoxx court
the army of north virginia led by general robert lee being trapped and surrounded by union forces
How did the Civil War impact the lives of enslaved people, and what role did they play in the conflict?
The Civil War significantly impacted enslaved people, both by directly impacting their lives and by becoming a catalyst for their freedom
When was the 13th Amendment ratified?
December 18, 1865
what lead to the capture of new orleans april 25 1862
philip isolated from the city reiceved a continuous bombardment from the union fleet and surrendering april 28
What were the long-term consequences of the Civil War for those who fought and those who didn't?
The war affected the nation's political, social, and economic landscape
What year did President Lincoln issue the Emancipation Proclamation, and what impact did this have on the war?
President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. while not immediately ending slavery nationwide, declared that slaves in Confederate states would be free and expanded the purpose of the Civil War from preserving the Union to also fighting for abolition. It also opened up the Union Army and Navy to Black soldiers.
what happened that lead to the battle of antietam
general robert lee's invasion of maryland