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American Civil War
The American Civil War occurred between 1861-1865 and was a period of intense warfare between the northern and southern states over the expansion of slavery. Eleven southern slave states seceded from the government and declared war upon the north. In 1865 the Confederacy (southern states) surrendered to the Union (northern states). After the north won, slavery was soon abolished and the reconstruction era began, significantly changing the socio-political landscape of the USA. The videos below help you learn more about the Civil War.

Videos


Part 1 of a great dramatization about the Civil War.

Slideshow of authentic Civl War photos, truly amazing!

Discover how the 13 colonies battled for their independence from England.

Using maps, this video explains where the main wars occured.

Explains the causes of the Civil War.

Illustrations help provide insight into the famous and bloody war.

Games

Civil War Trivia - See if you know what caused the Civil War and who the leaders were.
Civil War Interactive Battle Map - Click on the states to see where all the major battles took place.
Line of Muskets - A game that puts you in the seat of a general during the war.

Worksheets

Printable Civil War Worksheets - Print outs include poems, cryptograms and a maze.
Louisiana in the Civil War - Examines Louisiana's role in the war.
Civil War Coloring - Color the cannon!
Civil War Writing - Short quiz that tests basic knowledge about soldier life.
Civil War Music Venn Diagram - Write in the different traits of the North and South.

Information

Civil War for Kids - Articles about leaders, maps, uniforms and battles.
Timeline of the Civil War - Detailed timeline shows the important dates to remember.
American Civil War - History.com's section dedicated to everything related to the war.
CivilWar.com - Features include interactive battle maps, discussion boards and information about the weapons.