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  1. The American Civil War (April 12, 1861 – May 26, 1865; also known by other names) was a civil war in the United States between the Union ("the North") and the Confederacy ("the South"). The Confederacy had been formed by states that had seceded from the Union.

  2. Oct 15, 2009 · The Civil War in the United States began in 1861, after decades of simmering tensions between northern and southern states over slavery, states’ rights and westward expansion.

  3. Jun 1, 2024 · American Civil War, four-year war (186165) fought between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded to form the Confederate States of America. It arose out of disputes over slavery and states’ rights.

  4. Civil War. The American Civil War was fought between 1861 and 1865 over the issues of slavery and states' rights. Learn about Civil War battles, generals, political leaders and more.

  5. The American Civil War was a four-year war (1861–65) between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America.

  6. Key Facts of the American Civil War. American Civil War Timeline. Lists covering some of the major causes and effects of the American Civil War, conflict between the United States and the 11 Southern states that seceded from the Union.

  7. Feb 3, 2010 · Explore our timeline of the American Civil War and learn about the important events and battles that happened throughout this period of American history – from John Brown's Raid to the adoption of the 13th Amendment.

  8. Nov 20, 2008 · The Civil War is the central event in America's historical consciousness. While the Revolution of 1776-1783 created the United States, the Civil War of 1861-1865 determined what kind of nation it would be.

  9. Oct 19, 2023 · Learn about the strategic, though often unpredictable, locations of battles during the U.S. Civil War from 1861 to 1865.

  10. Mar 5, 2021 · What were the major battles of the American Civil War? A few hallowed battlefield sites, such as Gettysburg and Shiloh, immediately come to mind as places where Union soldiers and secessionist...

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