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The American Civil War was a significant conflict fought between 1861 and 1865 between the Union and the Confederacy.
Welcome to HistoriaHigh! Today, we will explore The Top 5 Moments of The Civil War.
Number one: Battle of Gettysburg -This battle is often considered the turning point of the war, as Union forces were able to repel a Confederate invasion and deal a major blow to the Southern army.
Number two: Emancipation Proclamation – declared all slaves in Confederate territory free, paving the way for the eventual abolition of slavery.
Number three: Siege of Vicksburg – union forces, under General Grant, were able to gain control of the Mississippi River, a victory that helped to split the Confederacy in two.
Number four: Battle of Antietam – the single bloodiest day in American history, with over 22,000 casualties.
Number five: Surrender at Appomattox – General Lee’s surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant marked the end of the war.
These were just a few of the most significant moments of the Civil War.