TIMELINE of EVENTS Mexican War to the Civil War Causes of the Civil War.
Civil War Background OBJ: Describe the beginning stages of the Civil War.
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Transcript of Civil War Background OBJ: Describe the beginning stages of the Civil War.
Civil War Background
OBJ: Describe the beginning stages of the
Civil War.
Background InformationUnion = NorthConfederate = SouthPres. of North: LincolnPres. of South: Jefferson DavisUnion Uniform: BlueConfederate Uniform: Grey
Nicknames:
Yankees – North soldiersRebels – South soldiers
Alexandria, Virginia Cemetery
Civil War Facts50 major battles5,000 minor battles100,000 civilians die1 in 4 soldiers die
Civil War Facts
3 million fought in war600,000 – 620,000 dieNorth capital – Wash D.C.South capital – Richmond,
Virginia
Other Names for Civil War
1) War Between States2) War of the Rebellion3) War of Secession4) War of Southern
Independence
Flag
Confederate Flag – 13 stars but only 11 states
They include 2 border states of KT and MO
Union: 35 Stars