Elementary Lessons | Course of the Civil War Video

In this elementary history lesson, take a journey through one of the most pivotal events in American history—the Civil War. From 1861 to 1865, the nation was torn in two as the North and South battled over issues like slavery, state sovereignty, and unity. Learn how the first shots at Fort Sumter marked the beginning of a long and painful conflict, and how early battles like Bull Run and Antietam shaped the course of the war. Discover the importance of the Emancipation Proclamation and the role African American soldiers played in fighting for freedom. Explore the turning point at Gettysburg and the final surrender at Appomattox Courthouse.