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History.com: How a Deadly Railroad Strike Led to the Labor Day Holiday
The history behind the Labor Day holiday is far more complex and dramatic than most might realize, starting with a heated campaign by workers in the late 19th century to win support and recognition for their contributions. In July 1894,...
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History.com: Black Heroes Throughout Us Military History
Meet the standout soldiers, spies and homefront forces who fought for America, from the Revolution to World War II. During the American Revolution, thousands of Black Americans fought -- on both sides of the conflict. As America's Civil...
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History.com: Elizabeth Blackwell Fought Sexism to Save Civil War Soldiers
Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman in America to earn a medical degree, and used her talents to support Union troops on the front lines of the Civil War. But she was never given the credit she deserved.(Video 1:00)
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History.com: Why Wwii Soldiers Mutinied After v J Day
The Allies had won the war, but thousands of U.S. troops were fed up. During the five months, from V-J Day into January 1946, thousands took to the streets at bases around the world, protesting the delays. According to historian, R....
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History.com: How Paul Revere's Engraving of the Boston Massacre Rallied the Patriot Cause
A silversmith by trade, Revere also produced copperplate engravings for book and magazine illustrations, portraits and political drawings that supported the nascent Patriot movement. Reveres most effective piece of anti-British...
Tennessee Historical Society
Tennessee Encyclopedia: Battle of Murfreesboro
A description of the Battle of Murfreesboro and the Confederate cavalry attack by Nathan Bedford Forrest's troops.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: The Battle of Pea Ridge (Elkhorn Tavern)
Read descriptions of the Battle of Pea Ridge as well as the official reports of the commanders involved.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Missionary Ridge, 25 Nov. 63
An account of the bloody battle of Missionary Ridge from "The Civil War Dictionary" by Mark Boatner III.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Transportation and Commerce in the Civil War
From "The Civil War Day by Day" by E.B. Long comes this informative article about the different types of transportation that were used in the Civil War and why each had its importance.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Battle of Fort Donelson
A thorough overview of the Battle of Fort Donelson from the United States Civil War. It contains links to official records and actual accounts of the battle.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Confederate View on Vicksburg Campaign
Discusses the Confederates' views of the Vicksburg Campaign. Taken from "Confederate Military History."
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Battle of Fort Donelson
A detailed account of the Battle of Fort Donelson from "The Confederate Military History."
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: Pickett's Charge
This site outlines Pickett's Charge, the bloodiest moment of the Battle of Gettysburg. From an essay printed in 1901, "General Meade" by Isaac R. Pennypacker.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Battle of Kennesaw Mountain
Information is provided on the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain which was part of the Atlanta Campaign in the Civil War. The actual battle took place between Union General William T. Sherman and Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston which...
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: History and Archaeology: Battle of Chickamauga
Discover facts about the Battle of Chickamauga, which was fought in 1863 and was the biggest Civil War battle ever to take place in Georgia.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Explore Pa History: The Gettysburg Campaign
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.
The History Place
The History Place: Battle of Gettysburg
This site from The History Place provides a detailed account of the most famous and important battle of the U.S. Civil War, the battle of Gettysburg. Check out the link, near the bottom of the page, to a letter from President Lincoln to...
PBS
Pbs: Yorktown Is Won!
This excellent PBS site describes the victory at Yorktown. Includes image.
Other
North Georgia History: Battle of Pickett's Mill
Read a battle summary of Pickett's Mill, where Union forces fought in attempt to reach Atlanta.
Other
Battle of Gettysburg: Battlefield Maps
This site provides a complete map of the battle fought at Gettysburg.
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness to History: The Battle of Gettysburg
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.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Vicksburg National Military Park: Vicksburg Campaign
This resource provides detailed information on the Vicksburg campaign and siege, culminating in the surrender of the city and its defending army.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Richmond National Battlefield: Cold Harbor
A chronological description of the events of the Battle of Cold Harbor. There is a link to a descriptive tour and map of the battle field.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Fort Donelson Natl Battlefield: The Battle of Fort Donelson
A description of the Battle of Fort Donelson from the National Park Service. It was in this battle that Grant received the nickname, "Unconditional Surrender" Grant.
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