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Home of the American Civil War: Battle of Fort Donelson
A thorough overview of the Battle of Fort Donelson from the United States Civil War. It contains links to official records and actual accounts of the battle.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Fort Donelson Natl Battlefield: The Battle of Fort Donelson
A description of the Battle of Fort Donelson from the National Park Service. It was in this battle that Grant received the nickname, "Unconditional Surrender" Grant.
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Military History Encyclopedia on the Web: Naval Battle of Memphis, 6 June 1862
An interesting account of the battle between Union and Confederate gunboats which resulted in the surrender of Memphis and the opening of the Mississippi River south to Vicksburg.
Ohio History Central
Ohio History Central: Battle of Fort Henry
A brief description of the Battle of Fort Henry, including the strategy and result of the Union bombardment.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Civil War Gunboats
Descriptions of specific gunboats used by both the Union and the Confederacy during the Civil War.
University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Bombardment of Fort Henry
An interesting drawing of the Union ironclads bombarding the Confederate-held Fort Henry. Also included are the official comments of Flag Officer Andrew H. Foote, who accepted the surrender of the fort.