Civil War Timeline

Ft. Sumter Attack

Apr 12, 1861

The attack on Ft. Sumter was the start on the Civil War.

Battle of Bull Run

Jul 21, 1861

In the Battle of Bull Run there were large armies facing each other and it was a wake up call for the north.

Battle of Hampton Roads

Mar 8, 1862

The Battle of Hampton Roads was a crucial naval battle and the first battle to fight with ironclad ships.

Battle of Antietam

Sep 17, 1862

The Battle of Antietam was a decisive and the bloodiest battle of the Civil War.

Battle of Gettysburg

Jul 1, 1863

The Battle of Gettysburg was the tunring point in the war for the north.

Battle of Vicksburg

Jul 4, 1863

The Battle of vicksburg was near the Mississippi River and gained recognition for Ulysses S. Grant.