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The Confederate States of America is formed
In Montgomery, Alabama - Jefferson Davis of Mississippi was elected president with Alexander Stephens of Georgia as vice president. -
War Begins
Confederate forces open fire on the federal garrison at Ft. Sumter in the Charleston harbor - the war begins. -
President Lincoln orders a blockade of Confederate Ports
The blockade of Confederate ports ultimately weakens the Confederacy by disrupting the importation of war supplies. -
First Battle of Bull Run
In Manassas, VA Confederate forces defeated the Union forces - in this battle - Confederate General Thomas Jackson earned the nickname "Stonewall Jackson" for his firm stand at a critcal moment. -
First Major Naval Engagement
Near Pensacola, FL - The Union's "Colorado" lead by Lt. John Russell defeats the Confederate "Judah" in the shipyard. After hand to hand fighting - the Judah was burned. -
Union captures Port Royal Island
A Navy fleet under the command of Samuel DuPont bombarded the the two protecting forts, Beauregard and Walker. This victory allowed for the eventual blockage of all ports below North Carolina. -
First Battle of the "Ironclads"
The Confederate "Virginia" and the Union "Monitor" battled to a draw at Hampton Roads, VA. -
