The American Civil War (April 12, 1861 – May 26, 1865; also known by other names) was a civil war in the United States between the Union [e] ("the North") and the Confederacy ("the South"), which was formed in 1861 by states that had seceded from the Union.

A map and chronology of the major battles of the American Civil War. Search civil war battles by name, use map to filter list, or sort by date.

Jun 17, 2022 · The Cartographic Branch holds over 8,000 maps, charts, and plans relating to the Civil War. These records cover a wide range of subjects, including battles and skirmishes, fortifications, supporting facilities such as cemeteries and hospitals, and ship plans.

The maps, charts, and atlases depict battles, troop positions and movements, engagements, and fortifications. Also included are reconnaissance maps, sketch maps, coastal charts, and theater of war maps.

Our collection of animated maps bring battles of the American Civil War to life, complete with troop movement animations, narratives, reenactment footage and more. Use this map in your high school classroom. Watch the Civil War come to life with …

Jun 13, 2024 · The map above shows the battles of the American Civil War by Year and by theaters. Here’s an overview of the main theaters: 1. Eastern Theater. Key Areas: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia. Key Campaigns and Battles:

A collection of historic maps of the American Civil War, including regional seats of the war, battle and campaign maps, and territories held by Confederate and Union forces.

Includes United States map indicating "cantonments and strategic points" and state maps of Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and proposed West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, and …

More than 200 illustrations and restored photographs, all the weapons, uniforms, and implements of battle. Packed with color photos of insignia, medals, kits, paper ephemera, rare uniforms, and personal equipment for all enlisted ranks.

Feb 2, 2021 · Hal Jespersen offers over 200 free maps and inexpensive custom mapmaking/cartography services, specializing in battles and campaigns of the American Civil War.