American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War: Seven Days in History
Noted Civil War historian Gary Gallagher offers this informative analysis of the Seven Days' Battles, the end of the Peninsula Campaign. Read about Robert E. Lee's strategy and the Confederate protection of their capital, Richmond.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: North Anna and Cold Harbor
Two descriptions, brief and detailed, of the battle, a great battle description taken from the Confederate Military History and post battle reports from seven generals.
Curated OER
National Park Service: The American Civil War: African Americans
An overview of African American's contributions during the Civil War. Presents the history, contributions, and information on the Underground Railroad.
Other
Texas Historical Commission: Texas in the Civil War [Pdf]
A comprehensive 36-page history of the Civil War in Texas. Includes numerous images, maps, primary documents, profiles of leading figures, a timeline, and information about battles. Specific topics are addressed, such as the cotton...
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: History and Archaeology: Battle of Chickamauga
Discover facts about the Battle of Chickamauga, which was fought in 1863 and was the biggest Civil War battle ever to take place in Georgia.
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War: Maps of Fort Donelson, Tennessee (1862)
Maps of Fort Donelson, Tennessee, site of Civil War battle in February, 1862 in which General Ulysses S. Grant was victorious and ensuring Kentucky would stay in the Union. Accompanied by informational text explaining the history.
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War: Palmito Ranch
Describes the battle and skirmishes that took place at Palmito Ranch, which was the final land battle of the Civil War. Includes links to articles on the battle, and biographies of the Union Commander, Col. Theodore H. Barrett, and the...
Siteseen
Siteseen: Civil Conflict: Civil War Battles for Kids
Resource for students of all ages on the Civil War. Students will find information through maps and links to information on military technology, battle strategy. Includes annotated timeline, outline of battles and video [3:00] on Abraham...
American Battlefield Trust
American Battlefield Trust: Civil War: The Battle of Antietam
Watch this animated Civil War simulation depicting the The Battle of Antietam of 1862.
Other
History News Network: How the Telegraph Helped Lincoln Win the Civil War
Abraham Lincoln participated in battle strategy in real time thanks to the telegraph. Read the fascinating story of how Abraham Lincoln was intimately involved in the course of the Civil War due to the increased use of the telegraph.
History of American Wars
History of American War: Battles of the Civil War 1864
A timeline of the events of 1864 during the Civil War.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Battles of the Civil War 1863 65
Identify the battles of the Civil War from 1863 through 1865.
Other
Encyclopedia of Arkansas: Civil War Through Reconstruction
An overview of Arkansas history covering the time period from the Civil War through to the Reconstruction period.
Son of the South
Son of the South: Civil War Overview
This site gives a broad overview of the Civil War with a heavy emphasis on battles, strategy, and the overall cost of this troublesome time in US history.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Civil Conflict: 1861 Civil War History for Kids
Outline of the Civil War conflict for students. Includes photos, timeline, information on military technology, and theaters of war.
Library of Congress
Loc: Civil War Maps: History of Mapping the Civil War
A detailed, thorough account of commercial map making during the Civil War. Site contains a propaganda map for the Anaconda Plan, encircling the South.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Battle of Fort Donelson
A detailed account of the Battle of Fort Donelson from "The Confederate Military History."
Other
History Net: Civil War
This resource presents a summary of the American Civil War, including various battles and milestones.
Ohio State University
E History: Battles & Leaders of the Civil War: Sheridan in Shenandoah Valley
The Shendandoah Valley received no rest in the Civil War. General Philip Sheridan's Shenandoah Valley Campaign was the last of many forays by both the Union and Confederate Armies through this breadbasket area. Read about the strategy...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids History: Civil War Battles of 1861 and 1862
On this website, you can explore some of the major events of the civil war. This site investigates the battles of 1861 and 1862.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: A War to End Slavery Webisode 6
A wonderful, interactive site covering many aspects of the Civil War. See photographs, primary sources, and find interesting tidbits about the war. Included are links to lesson plans, teacher guides, resources, activities, and tools.
Virginia History Series
Virginia History Series: The American Civil War in Virginia [Pdf]
The state of Virginia played a pivotal role in the Civil War. Trace the war from the beginning to the battles in Virginia, and to Lee's surrender through this comprehensive slideshow. Included are charts, maps and actual photography from...
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: The Civil War in 1863: The Decisive Year
A detailed account of the turning point in the Civil War in 1863 after the victories of three significant battles including Gettysburg, Vicksburg and Chattanooga. Links to further reading on Gettysburg and Vicksburg.
Library of Congress
Loc: Civil War Maps: History of Mapping the Civil War
Investigate the importance of mapping to both the Union and the Confederates in planning their military strategy. From the Library of Congress.