The Civil War (1861–1865)
... • Faced with South Carolina “fire-eaters” (radical Confederates) who threatened to seize the fort on their own, Jefferson Davis decided that he had to take action. • On April 12, 1861, Confederates fired on Fort Sumter. ...
... • Faced with South Carolina “fire-eaters” (radical Confederates) who threatened to seize the fort on their own, Jefferson Davis decided that he had to take action. • On April 12, 1861, Confederates fired on Fort Sumter. ...
CIVIL WAR
... “I, John Brown, am now quite certain that the crimes of this guilty land will never be purged away but with blood.” Thus wrote abolitionist John Brown on December 2, 1859, shortly before he was hanged in Charles Town, Virginia, for murder, treason, and initiating an unsuccessful slave revolt. Few kn ...
... “I, John Brown, am now quite certain that the crimes of this guilty land will never be purged away but with blood.” Thus wrote abolitionist John Brown on December 2, 1859, shortly before he was hanged in Charles Town, Virginia, for murder, treason, and initiating an unsuccessful slave revolt. Few kn ...
Fort Henry and Donelson - Teach Tennessee History
... charging at the Union line on the morning of April 6, 1862. According to Beauregard, the rebel soldiers advanced like an “Alpine avalanche.”15 The southerners pushed back Union forces all along the front, which stretched six miles. Grant, still at headquarters awaiting Buell, heard the gunfire at br ...
... charging at the Union line on the morning of April 6, 1862. According to Beauregard, the rebel soldiers advanced like an “Alpine avalanche.”15 The southerners pushed back Union forces all along the front, which stretched six miles. Grant, still at headquarters awaiting Buell, heard the gunfire at br ...
Chapter 8_Civil War Reconciliation
... 681, n. to p 573, states that, “though the letter is signed by Stanton, it is in Lincoln’s handwriting.”] Donald interprets this instruction: “Lincoln was not just ordering the generals to follow protocol: he wanted to make sure that any negotiations led not merely to a suspension of fighting…” (pp. ...
... 681, n. to p 573, states that, “though the letter is signed by Stanton, it is in Lincoln’s handwriting.”] Donald interprets this instruction: “Lincoln was not just ordering the generals to follow protocol: he wanted to make sure that any negotiations led not merely to a suspension of fighting…” (pp. ...
Name - Wsfcs
... the South (Upper South Secedes and War Begins & Advantages)? Preview this page by reading the information given below. Then, use the notes to fill in the blanks. Add additional information about at least two of the terms using the discussion in class, textbook, or video. ...
... the South (Upper South Secedes and War Begins & Advantages)? Preview this page by reading the information given below. Then, use the notes to fill in the blanks. Add additional information about at least two of the terms using the discussion in class, textbook, or video. ...
Chapter 2. SR.5.AH.9-12.2 Define confederation and describe the
... The story begins with an attack on the Horton family, retaliation for pro-Union editorials in the local Clarksville newspaper owned by Phillip Horton, Nelda’s father. (This incident is based on an actual event as related in the Johnson County Southern Claim Commission files) Through Nelda’s eyes, st ...
... The story begins with an attack on the Horton family, retaliation for pro-Union editorials in the local Clarksville newspaper owned by Phillip Horton, Nelda’s father. (This incident is based on an actual event as related in the Johnson County Southern Claim Commission files) Through Nelda’s eyes, st ...
Civil War Facts ANSWERS TO YOUR CIVIL WAR
... Civil War soldiers' fare varied substantially from army to army and throughout the course of the war for both sides. For the most part, neither side ate particularly well. Hardtack and coffee were the staples, in addition to salt pork, corn meal and whatever fruits, vegetables and berries could be c ...
... Civil War soldiers' fare varied substantially from army to army and throughout the course of the war for both sides. For the most part, neither side ate particularly well. Hardtack and coffee were the staples, in addition to salt pork, corn meal and whatever fruits, vegetables and berries could be c ...
Union Victories in the South (cont.)
... more than one-third of his Confederate forces. For the rest of the war, Lee’s forces remained on the defensive, slowly giving ground to the advancing Union army. The Union’s victory strengthened the Republicans politically and ensured that the British would not recognize the Confederacy. Click the m ...
... more than one-third of his Confederate forces. For the rest of the war, Lee’s forces remained on the defensive, slowly giving ground to the advancing Union army. The Union’s victory strengthened the Republicans politically and ensured that the British would not recognize the Confederacy. Click the m ...
The Battle of Chickamauga and its Aftermath
... At the end of September 1864, Bragg had stripped Forrest of most of his cavalry unit, and given the men and equipment to Joe Wheeler. After Forrest threatened to kill Bragg, Jefferson Davis assigned Forrest to a command in western Tennessee. On October 9, 1863, Jefferson Davis met with Bragg and hi ...
... At the end of September 1864, Bragg had stripped Forrest of most of his cavalry unit, and given the men and equipment to Joe Wheeler. After Forrest threatened to kill Bragg, Jefferson Davis assigned Forrest to a command in western Tennessee. On October 9, 1863, Jefferson Davis met with Bragg and hi ...
Battle of Gettysburg PPT
... On the 3rd day of battle, Lee orders an all-out attack on the center of the Union line. George Pickett leads 15,000 Confederate soldiers in a charge across the low ground separating the two forces “High Tide of the Confederacy” – Northern-most point reached by Confederate army – Closest and last cha ...
... On the 3rd day of battle, Lee orders an all-out attack on the center of the Union line. George Pickett leads 15,000 Confederate soldiers in a charge across the low ground separating the two forces “High Tide of the Confederacy” – Northern-most point reached by Confederate army – Closest and last cha ...
The Battle of Gettysburg - Reeths
... It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us--that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion--that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain, that this nation under ...
... It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us--that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion--that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain, that this nation under ...
Battle - People Server at UNCW
... George C. McClellan followed by John Pope followed by George C. McClellan again followed by Ambrose Burnside followed by Joseph J. Hooker followed by George G. Meade followed finally by the man that was able to win Ulysses S. Grant____________ ...
... George C. McClellan followed by John Pope followed by George C. McClellan again followed by Ambrose Burnside followed by Joseph J. Hooker followed by George G. Meade followed finally by the man that was able to win Ulysses S. Grant____________ ...
The student will explain the causes, major events, and
... Your social studies teacher asked you to write a report about Harper’s Ferry. Which question below would be the MOST IMPORTANT question to answer? a. Who was John Brown? b. Who invented the ferry? c. What role did ferries play in the Civil War? d. How did the Harper’s Ferry raid lead to the Civil Wa ...
... Your social studies teacher asked you to write a report about Harper’s Ferry. Which question below would be the MOST IMPORTANT question to answer? a. Who was John Brown? b. Who invented the ferry? c. What role did ferries play in the Civil War? d. How did the Harper’s Ferry raid lead to the Civil Wa ...
Antietam Animated Map Lesson Plan with Materials
... President Lincoln uses the ‘victory’ at Antietam to announce the Emancipation Proclamation. This document changes the conflict from a war to protect the Union to a war to end slavery. Emancipation is a radical idea for most Northerners and an idea that Lincoln has thought about seriously for many ye ...
... President Lincoln uses the ‘victory’ at Antietam to announce the Emancipation Proclamation. This document changes the conflict from a war to protect the Union to a war to end slavery. Emancipation is a radical idea for most Northerners and an idea that Lincoln has thought about seriously for many ye ...
The Civil War
... South Carolina had given the commander of the fort orders to leave the harbor just outside of Charleston President Lincoln refused to recall his troops and SC troops bombarded the installation on April 12, 1861. The Federal fort was surrendered on the 14th and the Civil War had begun. ...
... South Carolina had given the commander of the fort orders to leave the harbor just outside of Charleston President Lincoln refused to recall his troops and SC troops bombarded the installation on April 12, 1861. The Federal fort was surrendered on the 14th and the Civil War had begun. ...
2nd Semester Final – Project Overview
... Working in groups of 1-2 people, you are required to research one of the topics on the Civil War assigned to you by Mr. Gibson. Your task is to create a 2-3 minute documentary that examines and discusses the history and background of your topic, as well as it’s impact on the conflict that forged the ...
... Working in groups of 1-2 people, you are required to research one of the topics on the Civil War assigned to you by Mr. Gibson. Your task is to create a 2-3 minute documentary that examines and discusses the history and background of your topic, as well as it’s impact on the conflict that forged the ...
The Impact of the American Navy in the Civil War
... iron 11-inch guns that carried much of his reputation, and were considered some of the finest weapons of naval warfare, had been termed “useless” against the armor plating of the Virginia. Dahlgren quipped that “a state of war is a most unfavorable period for experiments.”11 Nevertheless, Dahlgren w ...
... iron 11-inch guns that carried much of his reputation, and were considered some of the finest weapons of naval warfare, had been termed “useless” against the armor plating of the Virginia. Dahlgren quipped that “a state of war is a most unfavorable period for experiments.”11 Nevertheless, Dahlgren w ...
UNIT 2 Civil War Times
... * In 1857 the case of an enslaved African American named Dred Scott appeared before the Supreme Court. Dred Scott asked for his freedom and it was denied * Scott was a slave who moved often with his owner from free states to slave states. When his owner died he petitioned to be freed because he live ...
... * In 1857 the case of an enslaved African American named Dred Scott appeared before the Supreme Court. Dred Scott asked for his freedom and it was denied * Scott was a slave who moved often with his owner from free states to slave states. When his owner died he petitioned to be freed because he live ...
Who They Were Civil War 150 Webquest
... 10. Why do you think there was a pay difference between white and black soldiers in the Union Army? ...
... 10. Why do you think there was a pay difference between white and black soldiers in the Union Army? ...
Could the South have won the War?
... Myth of the Lost Cause, an interpretation that, even today, still sustains some Southerners and neoConfederates, worldwide. The “disparity of resources” explanation for the inevitable outcome of the War, however, is not restricted to Southern historians or apologists. Writing at the time of the War’ ...
... Myth of the Lost Cause, an interpretation that, even today, still sustains some Southerners and neoConfederates, worldwide. The “disparity of resources” explanation for the inevitable outcome of the War, however, is not restricted to Southern historians or apologists. Writing at the time of the War’ ...
LIST 13 CIVIL WAR BOOKS 1. (BARLOW
... Civil War. (Shippensburg, PA: White Mane Pub. Co., 1991). 198p, boards, illus., vg+. Signed by the author. Biography of one of the few non-West Point graduates to become a general in the Confederate Army. He participated in the battles of Chickamauga, Chattanooga, the Atlanta campaign and was killed ...
... Civil War. (Shippensburg, PA: White Mane Pub. Co., 1991). 198p, boards, illus., vg+. Signed by the author. Biography of one of the few non-West Point graduates to become a general in the Confederate Army. He participated in the battles of Chickamauga, Chattanooga, the Atlanta campaign and was killed ...
Slides from Session 1 (PDF format) - Academy for Lifelong Learning
... received with much caution. It is probably that the real facts are somewhat colored; that the number of prisoners and captured guns will be discovered to have been somewhat smaller than supposed, and the loss of General Thomas much greater than he would like to state in a bulletin. But it is difficu ...
... received with much caution. It is probably that the real facts are somewhat colored; that the number of prisoners and captured guns will be discovered to have been somewhat smaller than supposed, and the loss of General Thomas much greater than he would like to state in a bulletin. But it is difficu ...
Sherman`s March to the Sea
... • Shiloh, hotly contested battle for West. • Admiral Farragut captures New Orleans for North, moves up Mississippi. • Grant’s siege of Vicksburg succeeds, Confederacy is cut in half – Union controls Mississippi, and “Butternut”region. • Ends talk of support for South from France and Britain ...
... • Shiloh, hotly contested battle for West. • Admiral Farragut captures New Orleans for North, moves up Mississippi. • Grant’s siege of Vicksburg succeeds, Confederacy is cut in half – Union controls Mississippi, and “Butternut”region. • Ends talk of support for South from France and Britain ...