The Civil War is considered one of America's bloodiest wars, which cost us many casualties and lost soldiers. This war, led by many well-know generals and President Abraham Lincoln, is responsible for many historical battles and events. Though this war lasted 4 years, also known as the 5 Aprils, and many important things occurred, we highlighted the top 10 that stood out to us beginning at Fort Sumter and ending at the Surrender of Appottamax. These top ten are:
Fort Sumter
First Bull Run
Second Bull Run
Battle of Antietam
Emancipation Proclamation
Battle of Gettysburg
Battle of Chancellorsville
Battle of Vicksburg
Battle of Shiloh
Surrender at Appottamax
Fort Sumter
First Bull Run
Second Bull Run
Battle of Antietam
Emancipation Proclamation
Battle of Gettysburg
Battle of Chancellorsville
Battle of Vicksburg
Battle of Shiloh
Surrender at Appottamax