We all know about the importance of the battle at Gettysburg, but do you know about some of the other battles of the Civil War? This section contains articles that explain other major clashes in the American Civil War.

Confederate leaders, such as Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, led the Southern states in their fight for states' rights. This section contains information about the lives of Confederate generals and other Confederate leaders.

Do you know what dixie means, or what secession is? You can find out the meaning of terms associated with the Civil War in this American Civil War glossary.

Slavery was one of the most controversial aspects of American history. It brought the country of the United States to the brink of collapse in the 1860s, and the after-effects can still be felt today. You can explore the history of slavery in America in this section.

Union leaders, such as Ulysses S. Grant and George McClellan, led the American army in the fight to restore order to the Union. Here you can find information about important Union figures.

The years following the Civil War saw the nation mourn over the loss of a president, and struggle to pick up the pieces after a long and bloody war. You can learn about the rebuilding process that took place after the Civil War in this section.