Civil War timeline

President Lincoln becomes president.

Nov 6, 1860

President Lincoln wins election with 0 Southern votes. This was significant because it angered the South to the point South Carolina seceded, which caused the Civil War.

South Carolina secedes.

Dec 20, 1860

After Lincolns victory the South grew furious. As a result South Caroline threatened to leave the Union, until finally they left all together because Lincoln wouldn't step down.

Attack on Fort Sumter.

Apr 12, 1861

In the South Carolina militia shots were fired by the Union and the Confederacy over Fort Sumter. This is significant because the Confederacy won and was the beginning of the Civil War.

Battle of Bull Run / Manassas

Jul 21, 1861

The union planned on capturing the South's capital. It was the first ever major battle in the Civil War. It was significant because the North was shocked the South won and knew they had to take them seriously.

Battle of Antienam

Sep 17, 1862

The Battle of Antietam was the first major win for the North. It caused Lincoln to pass the Emancipation Proclamation.

Battle of Fredricksburg

Dec 11, 1862

A battle between the Union and the Confederates that took place in houses and streets. This was a win for the Confederacy because The Union retreated and lost the chase of gaining more Confederate territory.

Emancipation Proclamation

Jan 1, 1863

After the Norths first big win Abraham Lincoln passed the Emancipation Proclamation. This helped abolish slavery within Southern states.

Battle of Gettysburg

Jul 1, 1863

Gen. Lee was trying the Antietam plan again.The battle was unplanned and 3 days long, the Union had the high ground. This battle ended in a win for the union but most soldiers on each side ended up hurt of dead.

54th Massachusetts fight at Fort Wagner

Jul 18, 1863

The union led an attack on Fort Wagner, but this was the first time African American troops were in the front lines holding the American flag. It showed that African American troops were just as brave as any other troop.

Gettysburg adress.

Nov 19, 1863

President Abraham Lincoln presented a short speech in Gettysburg after the tragic death of multiple soldiers. This speech gave the North hope to not give up after the Battle of Gettysburg.