Civil War

Lincoln Elected

Nov 6, 1860

Lincoln was elected his day. This is significant because this is a major factor in why the civil war started. The south left soon after this.

South Carolina secedes

Dec 20, 1860

This day marks when south Carolina secedes, the first state to do so. this is an important day because it further intense the rivalry between the north and south.

Battle of Fort Sumter

Apr 12, 1861

This is one of the triggering causes of the civil war, which is why this is important. This technically wasn't the first battle of the civil war, as the civil war hasn't started yet, although it starts soon after this.

Battle of Bull Run

Jul 21, 1861

This battle marks the first official of the Civil War. This is also important because it came as a shock to everyone when the confederacy won.

54th Massachusetts at Fort Wagner

Jul 18, 1862

This regiment is not known for its success, it's more known for its bravery. They didn't win their battle, but it was a big symbol for moral.

Battle of Antietam

Sep 17, 1862

This is another battle of the civil war, although it was a stalemate. This battle is important because it enabled Lincoln to sign the Emancipation Procolomation.

Battle of Fredricksburg

Dec 11, 1862

This battle was yet another terrible L for the Union. Their generals were a factor in their defeat

Emancipation Proclamation

Jan 1, 1863

The Emancipation Proclamation is very important, it was signed by Lincoln. This is important because it was a major step in fleeing the slaves

Battle of Vicksburg

May 18, 1863

This was a great victory for the Union. This is important because it marks the 2nd major victory for the Union.

Battle of Gettysburg

Jul 1, 1863

This was a crushing victory for the Union. Although they could have finished off the confederates if they pursued when they fled.

Gettysburg adress

Nov 19, 1863

This was a speech that greatly increased moral. It was vocalized by Abraham Lincoln.

Sherman's March to the Sea

Nov 15, 1864

"Total War" is a thing where they don't just kill soldiers, they destroy absolutely everything. This was a very effective strategy.

13th Amendment Passed

Jan 31, 1865

This day marks the day that the 13th Amendment was passed. This is important because it is a big day for the future of black americans.

End of Civil War / Surrender at Appomattox Courthouse

Apr 9, 1865

End of civil war. A very coincidence story, the first battle of the civil war happened in the backyard of a house where it ended.