American Civil War

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  • The Confederate States of America is formed

    A key event leading to the Civil War. With the generals who will be leading it.

  • Attack on Fort Sumter

    The Confederacy attacks Fort Sumter, South Carolina, marking the official start of the Civil War

  • Emancipation Proclamation signed by Lincoln

    Declared all slaves in Confederate states to be free

  • Battle of Gettysburg, in Pennsylvania

    51,000 casualties, and the victory of the Union.
    From July 1st to July 3rd.

  • Siege of Vicksburg ends

    It gave the Union control of the Mississippi River, splitting the Confederacy in two, and strengthening the Union's strategic position.

  • Lincoln delivers the Gettysburg Address

    Redefined the purpose of the war as a fight for equality and freedom, emphasizing national unity

  • Lincoln's re-election

    Abraham Lincoln is re-elected president, ensuring the continuation of his policies, including the fight to preserve the Union and end slavery.

  • Robert E. Lee surrenders

    He surrender at Appomattox Court House, Virginia. It ended the Civil War, marking the Union's victory

  • Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

    He got shot in the head.