Brief biographies of 7 significant people of Civil War-era America. Each has a portrait from the National Portrait Gallery. Biographies on: Henry Clay, Thaddeus Stevens, John Ericsson, Robert E. Lee, Abraham Lincoln, Julia Ward Howe, and Ulysses S. Grant.
This comprehensive site from the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) describes the history of the participation of colored troops in the Civil War and government efforts to research and compile records about them. Provides plenty of lesson resources for teachers also.
Offers an image of the original telegram from Major Anderson announcing his surrender of Fort Sumter. Discusses this event and the historical events surrounding it.
This module contains a series of informational clips about major events in West Virginia's history. The May audio episodes of This Week in WV History include guided listening questions, scripts, and background information.
Letters and narratives of slaves freed at the end of the Civil War. An interesting look at the confusion and eagerness which confronted these newly freed Americans.
Four nineteenth-century landscape paintings that suggest the meaning of the West in American life.
The Civil War, from 1861 to 1865, is the centerpiece of our nation's story. It looms large, not merely because of its brutality and scope but because of its place in the course of American history. The seeds of war were planted long before 1861 and the conflict remains part of our national memory. Geography has helped shape this narrative. The physical landscape influenced economic differences between the regions, the desire to expand into new territories, the execution of the conflict both in the field and on the home front, and the ways in which our recollections have been shaped. Maps enable us to present the complex strands that, when woven together, provide a detailed account of the causes and conduct of the war. These visual images remain a salient aspect of our memory. Photographs, prints, diaries, songs and letters enhance our ability to tell this story, when our nation, as a Currier & Ives cartoon depicts, was about to be "Torn in Two." This exhibition tells the story of the American Civil War both nationally and locally in Boston, Massachusetts, through maps, documents, letters, and other primary sources. This exhibition was developed by the Norman B. Leventhal Map Center, a nonprofit organization established as a partnership between the Boston Public Library and philanthropist Norman Leventhal.
A profile of Abraham Lincoln's life leading up to and during his professional career as President of the United States during the Civil War.
U.S. History is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of most introductory courses. The text provides a balanced approach to U.S. history, considering the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the United States from both the top down (politics, economics, diplomacy) and bottom up (eyewitness accounts, lived experience). U.S. History covers key forces that form the American experience, with particular attention to issues of race, class, and gender.Senior Contributing AuthorsP. Scott Corbett, Ventura CollegeVolker Janssen, California State University, FullertonJohn M. Lund, Keene State CollegeTodd Pfannestiel, Clarion UniversityPaul Vickery, Oral Roberts UniversitySylvie Waskiewicz
The Civil War is often considered the most transformative event in US history. But how much did it really change American national identity? In this video, Kim compares the relative significance of the effects of the Civil War on American values. [8:29]
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Learn about early phases of the Civil War, from Bull Run to Antietam. [10:16]
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The battle of Gettysburg was a major turning point in the Civil War. In this video, Kim discusses the battle and its consequences. [12:17]
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U.S. History is designed for a two-semester American history sequence. It is traditional in coverage, following a roughly chronological outline, and using a balanced approach that includes political, economic, social, and cultural developments. At the same time, the book includes a number of innovative and interactive features designed to enhance student learning. Instructors can also customize the book, adapting it to the approach that works best in their classroom.
The Origins and Outbreak of the Civil War
Early Mobilization and War
1863: The Changing Nature of the War
The Union Triumphant
A comprehensive look at the domestic policies of the Lincoln Administration. Although the many issues involved with the Civil War were top priority, many decisions about other domestic problems were made that had a lasting effect. From the Miller Center of Public Affairs.
Introduce students to the African American history of Cincinnati and the contributions of African American Civil War Soldiers.
This podcast contains information on the Battle of Williamsburg, Civil War cavalry, woman and mourning, and what Confederate camp life was like. Produced by teachers.
Learn about the battles of Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville in this video podcast. Produced by teachers.