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Bookmark or Share- American Civil War: Facts & Related Content - Encyclopedia BritannicaThe American Civil War was a four-year war (1861–65) between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America.
- 10 Facts: What Everyone Should Know About the Civil WarThe American Civil War was fought between the United States of America and the Confederate States of America, a collection of eleven southern states that left the Union in 1860 and 1861. The conflict began primarily as a result of the long-standing disagreement over the institution of slavery.
- A Brief Overview of the American Civil WarThe Civil War is the central event in America's historical consciousness. While the Revolution of 1776-1783 created the United States, the Civil War of 1861-1865 determined what kind of nation it would be.
- American Civil War: Causes, Dates & Battles - HISTORYThe American Civil War was fought between 1861 and 1865 over the issues of slavery and states' rights. Learn about Civil War battles, generals, political leaders and more.
- American Civil War | History, Summary, Dates, Causes, Map, Timeline ...American Civil War, four-year war (1861–65) fought between the United States and 11 Southern states that seceded to form the Confederate States of America. It arose out of disputes over slavery and states’ rights.
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