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Battle of Fort Sumter
The Battle of Fort Sumter took place at Charleston Harbor, South Carolina. The siege, and surrender of Major Robert Anderson was said to be the official start of the Civil War. -
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Civil War Battles
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First Battle of Bull Run
First Battle of Bull Run took place in Manassas Virginia. This battle was considered the first major land battle of the armies in Virginia. -
Battle of Hampton Roads
The Battle of Hampton Roads was the first battle between the ironclads warships; known more by the Battle of the Monitor and Merrimack. -
The Seven Days Battle
The Seven Days Battle was a series of battles in the Peninsula Campaign. Starting June 25 and lasting until July 1. -
The Battle of Antietam
The Battle of Antietam was the bloodiest single day in American history. McClellan vs. Lee. -
Battle of Gettysburg
The Battle of Gettysburg was the largest battle ever fought on the North American continent. Resulting in 51,000 soldier casualties. -
Battle of Atlanta
The Battle of Atlanta was credited as the turning point that allowed Lincoln to be re-elected as president because of the Union victory. -
The Battle of Palmito Ranch
The Battle of Palmito Ranch was the final battle of the Civil War.