Civil War Flashcards

The Civil War 1861-1865.  The conflict taking shape; along with no easy victories.  There was a promise of freedom; also hardships of war.

41 cards   |   Total Attempts: 188
  

Cards In This Set

Front Back
What caused the North and the South to have economical differences?
Industrial Revolution
Where did John Brown attack a U.S. arsenal?
Harper's Ferry
What proposal stated that slavery not be allowed in any territory gained from the Mexican Cession
Wilmont Proviso
When Lincoln became President, the Southern states left, or ________________, the Union.
Seceded
What law stated that people had to help catch and return escaped slaves?
Fugitive Slave Act of 1850
Where did General Lee surrender?
Appamatox Court House
What is a Total War?
When you destroy everything (enemy, land, supplies, etc.)
What state had the most battles fought in it during the Civil War?
Virginia
What state was considered the most important border state by the Union?
Maryland
Who practiced Total War on his march to the sea?
General Sherman
What two states border each other and form the Mason-Dixon line?
Pennsylvania and Maryland
What battle did the 54th regiment fight?
Fort Wagner
What battle did many spectators come to watch?
Bull Run
What was the first battle of the Civil War?
Fort Sumter
Who was Lincoln's first choice as General?
General Lee