Civil War Background

OBJ: Describe the beginning stages of the

Civil War.

Background InformationUnion = NorthConfederate = SouthPres. of North: LincolnPres. of South: Jefferson DavisUnion Uniform: BlueConfederate Uniform: Grey

Nicknames:

Yankees – North soldiersRebels – South soldiers

Alexandria, Virginia Cemetery

Civil War Facts50 major battles5,000 minor battles100,000 civilians die1 in 4 soldiers die

Civil War Facts

3 million fought in war600,000 – 620,000 dieNorth capital – Wash D.C.South capital – Richmond,

Virginia

Other Names for Civil War

1) War Between States2) War of the Rebellion3) War of Secession4) War of Southern

Independence

Flag

Confederate Flag – 13 stars but only 11 states

They include 2 border states of KT and MO

Union: 35 Stars