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Battle of Fort Sumter Day 1
Confederate troops decided to rain fire upon Fort Sumter, South Carolina before the Union troops inside could get supplies. The supplies were going to be given using unarmed soldiers and the Union informed the governor beforehand of the supplies, though he still gave the order to lay siege. -
Battle of Fort Sumter Day 2
Union Major Robert Anderson surrenders the Fort when he runs out of supplies after ~36 hours of bombardment. No casualties occured, and it was a Confederate victory. -
First Battle of Bull Run
The First Battle of Bull Run was the first major battle of the American Civil War, about three months after Fort Sumter. Under the pressure of the public, both sides engaged in battle as the Union made their way to Richmond, the confederate capital resulting in the defeat of the Union army as they retreated, facing a total of 2,896 casualties to the Confederates 1,982. -
Battle of Shiloh
The Battle of Shiloh, was a major early engagement of the Civil War, resulting in a Union victory after 2 days of intense fighting in Tennessee. Confederate forces launched a surprise attack on Union troops camped near Pittsburg Landing, initially gaining the upper hand. However, Union reinforcements arrived overnight, and on the second day, they pushed the Confederates back, forcing their retreat. The battle resulted in over 23,000 casualties, shocking everyone with the scale of the bloodshed. -
Capture of New Orleans
The capture of New Orleans during the Civil War was a pivotal event where Union forces, under the command of Admiral David Farragut and Major General Benjamin Butler, successfully took control of the city on April 25, 1862, after breaching Confederate defenses at Forts Jackson and St. Philip. This action was a major blow to the Confederacy, as New Orleans was the largest city and a vital supply center. -
Battle of Antietam
The Battle of Antietam (AKA Sharpsburg), was fought near Sharpsburg, Maryland, and remains the bloodiest single-day battle in American history. It was key in the Maryland Campaign, where General Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia clashed with General McClellan's Union Army of the Potomac. The battle resulted in a draw, but its outcome favored the Union, as Lee's northward advance was halted, and it provided President Lincoln the opportunity to issue the Emancipation Proclamation. -
Emancipation Proclamation
The first copy of the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on September 22 of 1862 stating that it will only go into effect on January 1 of 1863 given that the rogue states remain adamant on leaving. It claimed that anyone who may be considered as a slave in the rebelling states are to be free from the deadline on. -
Battle of Fredericksburg
The Battle of Fredericksburg was a five day battle fought near the town of Fredericksburg. The constant shooting made the civilians of the town have to cower in their cellars and the engineers building the bridge over the hindering river had to work harder. After facing heavy losses on both sides, the overwhelming tactics of the Confederates forced the Union to retreat ending with 12,500 casualties to 6,000 Confederate losses. -
Battle of Vicksburg
The Battle of Vicksburg, fought from May 18 to July 4, 1863, was a pivotal Union victory in the American Civil War. It involved a 47-day siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, a key Confederate stronghold on the Mississippi River, resulting in the Confederate surrender and securing Union control of the river. This strategic victory, coupled with the Union victory at Gettysburg just a day earlier, significantly weakened the Confederacy and is considered a turning point in the war. -
Battle of Gettysburg
The Battle of Gettysburg was a three day battle fought near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. After the infamous Pickett’s Charge resulted in the sacrifice of nearly 60% of the Confederate forces, the remaining Confederates were forced to retreat. The final result of the battle was 23,049 casualties for the Union and 28,063 for the Confederates. -
Battle of Chickamauga
The Battle of Chickamauga, fought in Georgia from September 18-20, 1863, was a major Civil War engagement resulting in a Confederate victory, though a costly one. The Confederate Army of Tennessee, led by General Braxton Bragg, pushed back the Union Army of the Cumberland, commanded by Major General William Rosecrans, forcing them to retreat to Chattanooga. Despite the Confederate triumph, the battle is notable for its high casualties, making it the second bloodiest of the war after Gettysburg. -
Amendment XIII
The thirteenth amendment, passed on January 31 of 1865, states that any slavery or involuntary servitude is prohibited from the United States and any of its other territories the only exception being if the servitude is carried out on account of crime or as any other punishment. Congress has the right to enforce this law with appropriate legislation. -
Appomattox Court House
As Confederate forces went to the Appomattox Station to gain supplies they were confronted by Union forces and, initially, it appears the Confederates were winning, forcing the Union to partially retreat. Upon arrival of reinforcements, the Union armies severely outnumbered the Confederates and Lee’s troops were ordered to retreat through the town across river. With a few more pushes from the Union they surrendered the Northern Virginia armies. This was the groundwork for their defeat. -
Amendment XIV
The 14th amendment stated that anyone born or naturalized in the US are citizens and are subject to government equally. They can enjoy the same state and voting rights if they are twenty one, despite race, religion, or anything else unless removed with due process. Also, if anyone in government participates in a rebellion, they cannot enter unless 2/3's of Congress votes yes and debts from aid of the rebellion and loss of slaves are deemed illegal. This is enforced with appropriate legislation. -
Amendment XV
The fifteenth amendment, passed on February 26 of 1869, states that any privileges or rights promised by the US government should be applicable to everyone under their jurisdiction despite color, race, or any previous status on slavery. Congress can enforce this with appropriate legislation