American Civil War

  Grant Ulysses Simpson Grant served effectively with Zachary Taylor’s army at Monterey during the Mexican war. Right when the war began Grant obtained a position on the staff of General George McClellan. During the war he showed courage in both physically and morally manners. In February 1862 Grant captured Fort Henry and Fort Donelson…

The civil war changed many things about our young country that are still residual even today. The south wanted nothing to do with the freedom of slavery, that was their way of life and economy. When the war broke out it truly was a separation of people, the north fighting for freedom and the south…

During the American Civil War, both sides of the conflict had very different strategical approaches. There were important differences in ideas on both sides. Both the Confederacy and the Union had developed strategies that in their minds would best achieve their political goals. The Confederacy sought after independence while the Union wanted the states to…

Today, many people are blessed with the growing advancement of the medical field and put many of its perks to use whether it’s antibiotics or major surgeries. Some may find it hard to believe, but nearly two centuries ago, people did not have the same privileges that are offered today. The American Civil War was…

The Civil War was the most deadliest war this country has ever faced. The worst part about it, was that it was a fight against brothers. Because of disagreements on slavery and freedom, both sides, the Union and the Confederates lost countless lives. This book showcases the untold story of the minds of the soldiers…

Civil wars occur a lot more than most may think, and with as much media coverage that there is nowadays, it doesn’t seem rare anymore to have a terrorist attack. These are two very sad events. A civil war is defined as “a war in which the main participants are within the same state, such…

Through the actions of Thomas J. Stonewall Jackson and James Longstreet, two of the most distinguished generals in the Civil War, the Confederate States of America benefited greatly. These two men battled greatly at Lees side and were capable leaders. Although they both fought much with Robert E. Lee and with each other and were…

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