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Home of the American Civil War: The Battle of Pea Ridge (Elkhorn Tavern)
Read descriptions of the Battle of Pea Ridge as well as the official reports of the commanders involved.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Battle of Kennesaw Mountain
Information is provided on the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain which was part of the Atlanta Campaign in the Civil War. The actual battle took place between Union General William T. Sherman and Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston which...
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Sherman's March to the Sea
Encyclopedia article describing General William Sherman's "March to the Sea" across Georgia that started in Atlanta and ended in Savannah.
The History Place
The History Place: Impeachment of Andrew Johnson
A clear explanation of the events that led to the trial and impeachment of Andrew Johnson. Included are the articles of impeachment.
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University of Albany: Recruitment of the Union Army in New York
Describes Civil War recruitment methods at the state and federal level. Focus is on methods used in New York state.
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Home of the American Civil War: Missionary Ridge, 25 Nov. 63
An account of the bloody battle of Missionary Ridge from "The Civil War Dictionary" by Mark Boatner III.
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Home of the American Civil War: Pickett's Charge
This site outlines Pickett's Charge, the bloodiest moment of the Battle of Gettysburg. From an essay printed in 1901, "General Meade" by Isaac R. Pennypacker.
Digital History
Digital History: The Clinton Presidency
Short, but comprehensive, synopsis of Clinton's two terms as president. Included in the article is the 1992 campaign, successful and controversial legislation, and the scandals that would eventually become part of his presidential legacy.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: History and Archaeology: Battle of Chickamauga
Discover facts about the Battle of Chickamauga, which was fought in 1863 and was the biggest Civil War battle ever to take place in Georgia.
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Encyclopedia of Arkansas: Battle of Prairie Grove
The last major battle in the Trans-Mississippi West, the Battle of Prairie Grove pitted armies of equal strength against each other. Read about the battle, the strategy, and the commanders and troops involved.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Richmond National Battlefield: Cold Harbor
A chronological description of the events of the Battle of Cold Harbor. There is a link to a descriptive tour and map of the battle field.
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Explore Southern History: Battle of Prairie Grove in Depth
An in-depth look at the Battle of Prairie Grove detailing the strategy involved, the troops who fought, and the consequences of the Prairie Grove Campaign. Hyperlinks to additional information on the battle.
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Explore Southern History: Battle of Pea Ridge, Pea Ridge, Arkansas
An in-depth description of the Battle of Pea Ridge, the commanders involved, and the important outcome. Included is an online tour of the battlefield. Hyperlinks to other Civil War battles in Arkansas.
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History Net: Battle of Gettysburg
This resource presents an interesting article from America's Civil War Magazine. It gives a detailed account of this all important battle of the Civil War.
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Home of the American Civil War: Edmund Kirby Smith (1824 1893)
Find out why E. Kirby Smith commanded an essentially independent area of the Confederacy when he was placed in the Trans-Mississippi West. From "Who Was Who in the Civil War" by Stewart Sifakis.
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Home of the American Civil War: George Brinton Mc Clellan
A biography of George McClellan, commander of the Union forces for many important battles during the Civil War. From "Who Was Who in the Civil War" by Steward Sifakis.
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Home of the American Civil War: John Bell Hood
A short biography of Confederate General John Bell Hood. From "Who Was Who in the Civil War" by Stewart Sifakis.
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Home of the American Civil War: Who Was George Pickett?
This site provides a biography of George Pickett, including a photo of Pickett. From "Historical Times Encyclopedia of the Civil War," edited by Patricia L. Faust.
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Home of the American Civil War: Braxton Bragg
A biography of Braxton Bragg and a review of his career as a Confederate general. From "Who Was Who in the Civil War" by Stewart Sifakis.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Presidential Log Cabins: Ulysses S. Grant, Hero of the Civil War
Part of a larger biography of presidents is this article which focuses on Ulysses S. Grant in his role as general in the Civil War.
War Times Journal
War Times Journal: Reminiscences of the Civil War by John B. Gordon
An online excerpt from the memoirs of Confederate General John B. Gordon who fought at the Battles of Bull Run, Antietam and Gettysburg. The account gives an insight into the mindset of the Confederate leaders during the Civil War.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: James Longstreet (1821 1904)
Insightful biographical information on the life and career of James Longstreet who played a prominent role in the Civil War.
PBS
New Perspectives on the West: Philip Sheridan
Read about Sheridan's experience in the Civil War and his later accomplishments fighting the Plains Indians.
Sam Houston State University
Shsu: Von Steuben & Continental Army
Primary source document. Taken from American History Told by Contemporaries, Vol. II: Building of the Republic.