Articles related to "Civil Wars"

Years before the outbreak of the Civil War, Northerners and Southerners were sharply divided over whether the territories taken from Mexico should be opened to slavery.

Alexander Gardner is known for his landmark 1865 book Gardner's Photographic Sketch Book of the War, the first photographically illustrated book on the Civil War.

Life as a Civil War soldier was very hard. Some did not return. Those who did shared memories that are now a part of history we will never forget.

As the American Civil War began in 1861, the North benefited from significant advantages that would ultimately enable the defeat of the South in 1865.

The American Civil War created relationships between government and business concerns that continued after the war and sparked Gilded Age industrialization.

Severely injured soldiers without care, water or food were left on Civil War battlefields. Isabella Fogg was among those brave women volunteers who cared for them.

Genealogists researching their Arkansas ancestors need to be aware that although it was a Confederate state, not all of the population was in favor of secession.

Prolific Civil War artist Alfred Waud sketched major battles from First Bull Run in 1861 to General Robert E. Lee's departure from Appomattox Court House in 1865.

Most American families will have at least one relative associated with the Civil War. Researching military records can provide much information.

Although many factors contributed to Southern loss such as lack of industry and allies, the war was decided on the battlefields at places like Vicksburg and Gettysburg.

Many acres are protected at Virginia's Chancellorsville and Winchester battle sites and more is saved on the Minnesota prairie.

Learn little-known-facts about the War Between the States in these nonfiction books on the American Civil War.

Twenty-seven volumes of Civil War records published from 1865 to 1871 became so rare that these burial records were reprinted in the 1990s.

For a variety of reasons, thousands of Canadians headed south of the border during the U.S. Civil War, and took up arms with the North or the South.

Civil War bullet collecting enables a glimpse of another era. By finding relics of history, it is possible learn more information about another place and time.

The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System is an online database containing basic information about those who served in the Union and Confederate armies and navies.

Johnson's Island, site of a Civil War prison off shore in Lake Erie, is an ongoing archaeological dig, protecting it from development -- for now.

Richmond, Virginia's Hollywood Cemetery is no run-of-the-mill graveyard. With so much history packed into its picturesque acres, it is worth exploring.

What were the political causes of the American Civil War? What differences led to the War Between the States? And what lessons can we take from the war?

An in-depth review of the 28mm English Civil War Miniatures produced by Renegade Miniatures.

During the American Civil War, there were women that went beyond the call of their duty to become soldiers. Sara Rosetta Wakeman, or 'Lyons Wakeman' was one such soldier.

Arkansas seceded from the Union in 1861, but its population was divided on joining the Confederacy, so genealogists may find ancestors who fought for either side.

Lineage societies such as the DUVCW preserve history and honor those who fought for their country.

The Civil War produced more popular songs than any war to date. They were used to boost morale, commemorate heroes and battles, aid recruitment and alleviate boredom.

Marvel comics took a step away from traditional super hero storylines with a massive battle of ideals waged amongst the super heroes themselves in their Civil War story.

There were several strategy options available to Confederate leaders at the beginning of the Civil War to oppose the Union plan.

President Lincoln not only had to deal with the Civil War, but he also had to deal with a band of Dakota Indians attacking white settlers in Minnesota in 1862.

Even though slave apologists argued that slaves were ignorant and childlike, former slaves recalled understanding the ramifications of the Civil War.

Chester is a beautiful city in the North West of England dating back to Roman times, and is a mecca for history fans. Its links with the English Civil War are strong.

The Union Defense Committee resulted from a desire of ordinary citizens to actively assist the national government to force the southern states back into the Union.

U.S. Federal Census Records can help genealogists identify ancestors who fought on either side of the Civil War conflict.

The last grand celebration to honor those who lived and fought through the Civil War was held during the centennial (1961-1965). Sesquicentennial events will soon begin.

A 422-acre campus features four museums, four historic homes, living history demonstrations and an important battlefield.

Fears of pushing Virginia toward secession led Lincoln and some Cabinet members to avoid reinforcing Gosport Naval Yard, a decision resulting in dire consequences.

The appointment of political generals by Abraham Lincoln was part of an effort to help unify the North and guarantee support from ethnic and political constituencies.

Southern Maryland is a quiet farming community with several little-known parks and beaches perfect for a family day-trip away from the fast-paced tourist destinations.

Another "sister of mercy" was Mary Ann Bickerdyke. While Dix was gathering forces in Washington, Bickerdyke was taking matters into her own hands in Galesburg Illinois.

The capture and occupation of New Orleans closed the Mississippi River to trade and shut down the prosperous cotton exports to Europe while fueling Northern morale.

Scott Scroggins of Company A, 3rd Maine Regiment Volunteer Infantry, stood under the surgeon's tent explaining standard medical procedures during the Civil War.

This historic home and property was a battleground during the Civil War, a place of inspiration after the war, and today is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Civil War medicine was primitive in some respects-yet improvements were made during the course of the long and bloody war. More soldiers survived wounds.

The 1st Cavalry Army of General Budyonny was formed in 1918 to give the Red Army a mobile striking force and rapid reaction reserve in the Russian Civil War.

Late in the administration of President Johnson, General Ulysses S Grant argued with the President and in doing so; found himself aligned with the Radical Republicans.

Fifty years of films diversely depicting the American Civil War to Reconstruction, North to South, Vivien Leigh to Elizabeth Taylor, James Stewart to Denzel Washington...

The Russian Civil War pitted communist Red armies against counter-revolutionary White armies in a six year long armed struggle. This is a look at those White forces.

Congressional action will help save additional battlefield sites as local groups move forward with plans to purchase land in Virginia and Tennessee.

The only kilted regiment to represent the Union Army in the American Civil War was comprised mostly of Scots and Scottish-Americans.

Harriet Tubman is one of the most prominent African-American figures. The leader of the Underground Railroad, she aided many slaves in escaping to freedom.

Helmsley Castle, North Yorkshire witnessed some of the key episodes in British history, from the Crusades to the Wars of the Roses and the English Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln led the nation through the Civil War, but what about the causes of the Civil War? Why did President Lincoln stop the South from seceding?