Explore the turbulent Reconstruction era (1865-1877), from the end of the Civil War and repressive Black Codes to the revolutionary Reconstruction Act of 1867.
Category: Civil War
How the Battle of Gettysburg Turned the Tide of the Civil War
Explore how the Battle of Gettysburg turned the tide of the American Civil War, halted Robert E. Lee’s invasion, and redefined the fight for freedom.
Daniel Sickles – General, Leg & Facts
Discover the wild life of Daniel Sickles, the Union General who pioneered the temporary insanity defense, lost his leg at Gettysburg, and saved the battlefield.
Battle of Antietam – Winner, Date & Civil War
Explore the Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest day in American history. Learn about its key turning points, crucial leaders, and its impact on the Civil War.
How Photos from the Battle of Antietam Revealed the American Civil War’s Horrors
Explore how Mathew Brady and Alexander Gardner’s shocking Civil War photography of the Battle of Antietam shattered romantic myths and changed war forever.
Civil War Photographs
Explore the powerful legacy of Civil War photographs, the critical Siege of Vicksburg, and the heroic, trailblazing story of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker.
Mary Surratt – Biography, Facts & Execution
Explore the tragic life, controversial trial, and execution of Mary Surratt, the first woman executed by the US government after Lincoln’s assassination.