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The American Civil War was marked by several significant battles that shaped the course of history. Starting with the Confederate victory at Fort Sumter, the conflict escalated with major encounters like the First Battle of Bull Run, which revealed the prolonged nature of the war. Notable Union victories emerged, such as at Fort Donelson and Shiloh, despite heavy casualties. The Battle of Antietam led to the Emancipation Proclamation, while Gettysburg marked a pivotal turning point. The war culminated in the Fall of Richmond and Lee's surrender at Appomattox.
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BATTLES IMPORTANT
First: Fort Sumter • Confederate Victory with no deaths • 1st Battle of Bull Run • Confederate Victory • Union determined this would be a long war • Battle of Fort Donelson • Union Victory • 2,331 Union deaths…15,067 Confederate deaths • Battle of Shiloh • Union Victory • Bloody Battle…24,000 deaths • 2nd Battle of Bull Run • Confederate Victory
Battle of Antietam • Union Victory…23,000 deaths • Brought about the Emancipation Proclamation • Battle of Fredericksburg • Confederate Victory • Battle of Vicksburg • Union Victory • Turning Point: Gettysburg • Union Victory…51,000 deaths • Final “Battle”: Fall of Richmond • Lee retreats from city • Surrender at Appomattox
