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Handout
Civil War Home

Home of the American Civil War: Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed biography of Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, Lieutenant General in the Confederate Army, and the right hand man of Robert E. Lee. From "Who Was Who in the Civil War" by Stewart Sifakis.
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Website
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Stonewall Jackson

For Students 3rd - 8th
"Stonewall" Jackson, a famous Confederate general, got his nickname during the Civil War. This site tells the story with photographs.
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Handout
The History Cat

The History Cat: The First Battle of Bull Run

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what happened at the initial Battle of Bull Run, the first significant battle of the Civil War. This battle was an eye-opener for both sides, as rifles were now replacing the less accurate muskets, causing more casualties and...