The year: 1861. The problem: Pro-slavery states had broken away from the Union, rising up in armed revolt as the treasonous Confederate States of America, and so far were able to fight the Union Army.

In this episode of Kings and Generals, we shift to the European perspective on the American Civil War and track how leaders ...

As an Amazon associate, Military.com earns from qualifying purchases. It's not hard to understand why so many Americans join the military during a time of crisis. By the end of December 1941, the U.S.

As time passes, history often becomes blurred. Stories are retold, facts are altered, and over generations, popular belief can drift far from the truth. Much like the old game of telephone, the ...

Ten months into the Civil War, the Union was short on a crucial supply, the absence of which threatened to sap the fighting strength of the Northern army: coffee. This critical source of energy and ...

Another veteran of the American Civil War who died in obscurity in England is finally receiving recognition of his service.

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. As the deadliest war in United States history, the Civil ...

Matt VanAcker said the conservation efforts will allow visitors to view the flag as it was when it returned to the county in ...

To recognize the 160th anniversary of the conclusion of the American Civil War, the Elmhurst Choral Union will perform “An American Civil War Memorial,” an oratorio composed by Dr. Michael Karasis, on ...