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North Carolina Museum of History: North Carolina and the Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
This museum from North Carolina has collected artifacts, personal accounts of soldiers, biographies, and information about battles in North Carolina.
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Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama: Battle of Mobile Bay

For Students 9th - 10th
The Battle of Mobile Bay, one of the last naval battles during the Civil War, is featured in this brief overview.
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A&E Television

History.com: This Day in History: 1863 First Battle of Sabine Pass

For Students 6th - 8th
Short description of the First Battle of Sabine Pass on January 21, 1863.
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Ohio State University

E History: Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard, "The Little Napoleon"

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Gen. Beauregard's military career in the Civil War as a Confederate general. Find out what campaigns he was in and how politics affected his career.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Primary Source Set: Battle of Gettysburg

For Students 9th - 10th
This collection uses primary sources to explore the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War.
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North Georgia History: Chattanooga

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from North Georgia.com provides a thought from Abraham Lincoln about the importance of Chattanooga to the Union forces. He said "taking Chattanooga is as important as taking Richmond."
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Civil War Between Pompey and Caesar

For Students 9th - 10th
William Morey, in his 1901 textbook, explains in this passage the conflict between Pompey and Caesar that rages across the Roman provinces.
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Ibis Communications

Eye Witness to History: The Battle of Gettysburg

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides a very detailed account of the Battle of Gettysburg. Content includes a personal account of the battle's aftermath from a teenage girl.
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Military History Encyclopedia on the Web: Battle of New Madrid, 13 March 1862

For Students 9th - 10th
A good description of the Battle of New Madrid and an explanation of why the course of the Mississippi River affected the battle.
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Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.

New Georgia Encyclopedia: Edward Porter Alexander

For Students 9th - 10th
Highlights the life and military career of brigadier general Edward Porter Alexander, who served in twelve Civil War battles including Pickett's Charge at Gettysburg and the battle of Chickamauga.
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Military History Encyclopedia on the Web: Naval Battle of Memphis, 6 June 1862

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting account of the battle between Union and Confederate gunboats which resulted in the surrender of Memphis and the opening of the Mississippi River south to Vicksburg.
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Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama: Battle of Sulphur Trestle

For Students 9th - 10th
This overview features the Battle of Sulphur Trestle, a victorious fight for the Confederates in northern Alabama in autumn of 1964.
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Explore Southern History: Battle of Prairie Grove in Depth

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth look at the Battle of Prairie Grove detailing the strategy involved, the troops who fought, and the consequences of the Prairie Grove Campaign. Hyperlinks to additional information on the battle.
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North Georgia History: Battle of Pickett's Mill

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a battle summary of Pickett's Mill, where Union forces fought in attempt to reach Atlanta.
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Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission

Explore Pa History: The Gettysburg Campaign

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the events surrounding the Gettysburg Campaign as it relates to Pennsylvania history in this detailed account. Contained within this site are links to audio, video, and pictorial images of events and people of this era.
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Military History Encyclopedia on the Web: Battle of Ball's Bluff

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a description of the relatively minor Battle of Ball's Bluff and find out the political ramifications of the battle. Included is a battle map.
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Military History Online: Gettysburg Casualties

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a comparative chart estimating the number of casualties inflicted during the Battle of Gettysburg. Content is organized by Union vs. Confederate, as well as the various corps.
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Kid Info: History of the Civil War and the Reconstruction Era

For Students 9th - 10th
Looking to become an expert on the Civil War and the Reconstruction Era? If so, then this is the perfect site for you! It is packed with links to learn about the battles of the Civil War, artillery used, Generals of the Civil War, and...
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West Virginia Archives and History: Battle of Droop Mountain

For Students 9th - 10th
A good description of the Battle of Droop Mountain and an explanation of its place in West Virginia history, occurring as it did just a few months after West Virginia achieved statehood. Published in the West Virginia Review in October...
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The History Cat

The History Cat: The First Battle of Bull Run

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what happened at the initial Battle of Bull Run, the first significant battle of the Civil War. This battle was an eye-opener for both sides, as rifles were now replacing the less accurate muskets, causing more casualties and...
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University of Virginia

Virginia Center for Digital History: The Valley of the Shadow

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a must-have site for the study of the Civil War. Students will have access to primary documents from many sources, including: census and veteran records, letters and diaries, newspapers, and church records. This Project explores...
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Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Battle of Palmito Ranch

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the events surrounding the Battle of Palmito Ranch, which was the final land battle of the Civil War.
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Wilson Creek's National Battlefield

For Students 9th - 10th
A great resource for information on the Battle of Wilson's Creek. Click on "History and Culture" to find biographies of the generals involved and a brief summary of the battle itself. From the National Park Service.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Battle of Antietam

For Students 9th - 10th
This Wikipedia article on the bloodiest battle in American history gives background information on the battle, the battle itself, and the aftermath.