Throughout the long years of war, several people made history. Well-known figures, like Abraham Lincoln and Harriet Tubman, are remembered for their heroism, courage, intelligence, and ability to take a stand during these brutal times. Their actions are still recalled and looked upon for inspiration today, over 100 years later.
Though there are numerous Americans who played an important role in the war, here are just a few, hopefully familiar names, that stand out:
Clara Barton
Frederick Douglas
Ulysses S. Grant
David Farragut
John C. Fremont
Stonewall Jackson
Robert E. Lee
Abraham Lincoln
George McClellan
George Pickett
William Tecumseh Sherman
Harriet Tubman
*click the names to find out more about these significant figures
Though there are numerous Americans who played an important role in the war, here are just a few, hopefully familiar names, that stand out:
Clara Barton
Frederick Douglas
Ulysses S. Grant
David Farragut
John C. Fremont
Stonewall Jackson
Robert E. Lee
Abraham Lincoln
George McClellan
George Pickett
William Tecumseh Sherman
Harriet Tubman
*click the names to find out more about these significant figures