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Kids learn about the history of the American Civil War including causes, timeline, generals, battles, daily life, Abraham Lincoln, the North vs. South, border states, and slavery. Educational articles for students, schools, and teachers.
- Sherman's March to The Sea
History >> Civil War General Sherman's march through the...
- President Lincoln's Assassination
History >> Civil War President Abraham Lincoln was shot on...
- Civil War Battles of 1861 and 1862
The Seven Days Battles took place between June 25, 1862 and...
- The Confederation Secedes
This started the Civil War. South Carolina Secedes The first...
- Battle of Fort Sumter
History >> Civil War The Battle of Fort Sumter was the first...
- Robert E. Lee Surrenders
Search Ducksters: American Civil War Robert E. Lee...
- Battle of Gettysburg
Search Ducksters: American Civil War The Battle of...
- Civil War Timeline for Kids
The Civil War Begins (April 12, 1861) - The South attacks...
- Sherman's March to The Sea
Around 9 million people lived in the Southern states at the time of the Civil War. Around 3.4m of them were enslaved. Sixty six percent of the deaths in the war were due to disease. In the Second Battle of Bull run many of the wounded were left on the battle field for 3 to 4 days.
The Seven Days Battles took place between June 25, 1862 and July 1, 1862. There were six major battles fought during this time near the city of Richmond, Virginia. General Robert E. Lee and the Confederate Army attempted to capture the Union Army under General George B. McClellan.
The Battle of Fort Sumter was the first battle of the American Civil War and signaled the start of the war. It took place over two days from April 12–13, 1861. Where is Fort Sumter?
General Sherman's march through the state of Georgia from Atlanta to Savannah was one of the most devastating blows to the South in the American Civil War. Not only did he take control of Atlanta, a major railroad hub, and Savannah, a major sea port, but he laid the land between Atlanta and Savannah to waste, destroying all that was in his path.
Kids learn about women's roles during the Civil War including life at home, caring for soldiers, nurses, spies, soldiers, famous women, and interesting facts.
The Civil War Begins (April 12, 1861) - The South attacks Fort Sumter South Carolina and starts the war. More States leave the Union (April 1861) - within a short period of time Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Arkansas all leave the Union to join the Confederacy.
