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Compromise of 1850
Proslavery forces proposed a new and more effective fugitive slave law. -
Kansas - Nebraska Act
Established popular sovereignty in the new territories. -
The Raid on Harper's Ferry
It was an attempt to ignite a general slave uprising, led by abolitionist, John Brown. -
Abraham Lincoln Elected
Lincoln won the election, defeating John C. Breckinridge in 1860. -
The South Secedes
Eleven states leave the Union and become the Confederate States of America. -
Fort Sumter
The first shots of the civil war took place at Fort Sumter. -
Battle of Bull Run
The first major battle of the Civil War. The South wins the battle. -
Battle of Antietam
Both armies suffered severe losses at this battle. The Union claimed victory since General Lee withdrew to Virginia -
Lincoln signs the Emancipation Proclamation
It says that "all persons held as slaves in any free state... in rebellion against the US, shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free. -
The Battle of Gettysburg
The Union shoots as the Confederate troops marched across open territory. Lee's troops retreated to Virginia -
The Battle of Vicksburg
The Union gains control of the Mississippi. -
The Gettysburg Address
Lincoln gives his famous speech that brings hope to Americans. -
Sherman's March to Sea
The Union engages in total war by capturing and destroying Atlanta. -
Fall of Richmond
The Confederate capital falls. -
Appomattox Court House
Robert E. Lee surrenders at the Appomattox Court House.
