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Battle of Fort Sumter
Battle of Fort Sumter
April 12, 1861-April 14, 1861
The Confederates were victorious. The fort was considered to be U.S. property. Even though Fort Sumter wasn’t valuable to Union troops the Confederates wanted it and wanted it evacuated. When President Lincoln refused, the Confederates attacked and the federal troops surrendered. The attack of Fort Sumter united the North. During the war Fort Sumter withstood many attacks. -
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First Bull Run
First Bull Run
July 21, 1861-July 22, 1861
The Confederates were victorious. The “rebel yell” was first screamed here. Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson earned his nickname in the battle. Civilians were picnicking while watching this battle. President Lincoln removed McDowell form command. He was replaced by George McClellan. Although the Confederates won this battle, they were too unorganized to purse the retreating Union troops. -
Hampton Roads
Hampton Roads
March 9, 1862
The winner of this battle is inconclusive. This was the first battle in history to use ironclad warships. The Confederates attempted to take over the southern ports held by the Union. This battle began a new era of naval warfare. -
Battle of Antietam
Battle of Antietam
Sept. 17, 1862-Sept. 18, 1862
The results were inconclusive however, General Lee withdrew his troops first and the Union claimed victory. The Battle of Antietam was the bloodiest single day in American history with over 22,000 troops killed. President Lincoln issued the preliminary emancipation proclamation based on the outcome of this battle. -
Battle of Fredericksburg
Battle of Fredericksburg
Dec. 11, 1862-Dec. 13, 1862
The Confederates were victorious. Burnside ordered his left wing to attack Lee’s right, at the same time, the rest of his army attacked Longstreet’s First Corps at Mary’s Heights. Franklin failed to send in more troops. The Union suffered 13,000 casualties compared to less than 5,000 Confederates. Because of the miscommunication between Burnside and Franklin, the Union suffered a crushing defeat. Joseph Hooker was named commander of the A -
Battle of Chancellorsville
Battle of Chancellorsville
April 30, 1863-May 6, 1863
The Confederates were victorious. Although Union General Joseph Hooker had twice the number of troops, he was defeated by Confederate General Robert E. Lee. Confederate General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson was killed in this battle. The Battle of Chancellorsville was General Lee’s greatest victory during the Civil War and gave the Confederates the confidence to proceed to Gettysburg. -
Battle of Gettysburg
Battle of Gettysburg
July 1, 1863-July 4, 1863
The Union was victorious. This is considered to be the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. The Union casualties were 23,000 and the Confederate casualties were 28,000. Because of the crushing defeat General Robert E. Lee offered his resignation to President Jefferson Davis, but it was declined. After the Battle of Gettysburg, the Civil War was clearly being won by the Union. -
Battle of Chickamauga
Battle of Chickamauga
Sept. 19, 1863-Sept. 20, 1863
The Union was victorious. Confederate Braxton Bragg was so upset about the casualties taken at Chickamauga that he didn’t pursue the Union even though the Union retreated. The Union returned and defeated Bragg’s army. Bragg’s actions allowed the Union to take over the region. -
Gettysburg Address
Gettysburg Address
Nov, 19, 1863
President Lincoln’s speech to the Union. President Lincoln spoke on why the Union should continue fighting and reminded everyone about the importance of freedom. President Lincoln’s speech was one of the most memorable speeches in American history. His speech encouraged the Union to keep fighting and win the war. -
Battle of Appomattox
Battle of Appomattox
April 9, 1865-end of the Civil War
The Union was victorious. General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox. This ended the Civil War.
