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By: Megan L. Oakley
Clara Barton's efforts during the Civil War saved countless lives. She then went on to locate remains of thousands of men and later formed the Red Cross. more...
By: Isaac M. McPhee
Civil War General George Pickett lived an interesting life which took him from West Point, to a near-war with the British in Washington, to a famous Civil War battle. more...
Carpetbaggers and Reconstruction
By: Isaac M. McPhee
"Carpetbaggers" were the controversial northerners who moved to the south for political and business opportunities during the reconstruction period. more...
President-elect Abraham Lincoln receives a letter from a child criticizing his face, encouraging him to grow a beard. more...
By: David Moormann
The disaster on the Mississippi River led to the worst loss of life in United States maritime history. Even so, the tragedy largely has been overshadowed by other events more...
Journalist Albert D. Richardson reported on the Civil War from behind enemy lines, and was captured for a war criminal. His escape was his greatest story. more...
Port Hudson Site of Longest Siege
By: David Moormann
Recognizing the need to protect the Mississippi River, Confederate forces chose Port Hudson, La., as their southernmost defense of the waterwway. It wasn't enough. more...
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