Civil War 1860-1867

Civil War Timeline

Period: Jan 1, 1860 to Dec 31, 1867

The American Civil War, waged from 1861 to 1865, is remembered on this date. Before and during the Civil War, the North and South differed greatly on economic issues. The war was about slavery, but primarily about its economic consequences.

Creation of Confederate Army

Feb 9, 1861

delegates from Southern states adopted the Provisional Constitution of the Confederate States of America, and soon after established a volunteer army. After the attack on Fort Sumter began the civil war, confederate President Jefferson Davis took charge of the army.