American Civil War

American Civil War ( 1861-1865) is perhaps the most prominent aspect of USA's history. Also known as the War Between the States, American Civil War was an upheaval of 11 southern American slave states against the US federal government. The 11 states eventually formed the Confederate states of America. Read on to know more about the American Civil War.
  • Why Did the North Win the Civil War
    The American Civil War was a war that tore America apart. At least 600,000 American lives were lost in this 4 year battle, between the North and the Southern states of America. To learn why the Union or Northern army was triumphant against the South, read on.
  • When did the Civil War Start
    The official date of the commencement of the Civil War is April 12, 1861. Some facts regarding the start of the American Civil War, its timeline and some important dates that were crucial in the Civil War have been discussed.
  • Causes and Effects of the Civil War
    Historians are of the opinion that the Civil War was a turning point of the American history, and you will realize why it is regarded so after going through all its causes and effects discussed below in the following write-up.
  • Why Did the Civil War Start
    Though the Civil War of 1861 has been one of the most important chapters of the American history, not many people actually know why it started in the first place. Continue reading....
  • Who Won the Civil War
    People, studying American history, often ask the question, 'Who won the Civil War and why?' The answer to this is the Northern states, and the following article will elucidate some of the reasons why the North won and the South lost.
  • Was the Civil War Inevitable?
    Many reasons tell us that the answer to the question, 'Was the Civil War inevitable?', is a yes. But could there be another side to that debate? Read on to find out...
  • Mason-Dixon Line
    Although symbolically known for conflict over slavery in the Civil War between different north and southern states of US, Mason-Dixon Line has another untold story behind its making. So read on to find out where is this boundary and its historical relevance.
  • Battle of Vicksburg
    The Battle of Vicksburg was the last nail in the coffin for the Confederate Army of the Confederate States of America. Vicksburg was then the fortress city, dominating the final Confederate controlled areas of Mississippi river. More on this last act of defiance by the Confederate Army against the Union Army, in the American Civil War.
  • Battle of Antietam, 1862
    The Battle of Antietam, also called the Battle of Sharpsburg by the Confederates, was fought on September 17, 1862. It was one of the bloodiest battles fought on the American soil. The Confederates not only lost the war but also the hope for European recognition and support. Read on to know more about the Battle of Antietam.
  • Interesting Facts about the American Civil War
    Spanning a period of four years, the American Civil War was also known as the 'War for the Union', the 'War of the Rebellion' and the 'Brothers' War'. Continue reading for some interesting facts about it...
  • American Civil War Facts and Timeline
    One of the facts of American Civil War is 620,000 Americans were killed in the battle and 50,000 survivors returned home as amputees. Read on to know the facts and timeline of American Civil War.
  • Who was the US President During the American Civil War
    Abraham Lincoln was the US president during the American Civil War which is also known as the "War Between the States".
  • Slavery During the Civil War
    The American Civil War was fought mainly on the issue of slavery. Read on to find more about it.
  • Stonewall Jackson, the greatest U.S.A .Commander
    Thomas Jackson is the greatest Commander the United States of America has ever known and as the Civil war started raging in 1861, he showed his heroic deeds. His war teachings are considered to be essential and regarded as great lessons in warfare even today.