Civil War Resources
There are literally thousands of books, magazines, videos and websites with information on the Civil War. Not all resources are equal, however. The following is a list of wonderful resources available to you. Be sure to begin your search for resources in my room.
The Civil War Trust
Our Mission: The Civil War Trust is the largest and most effective nonprofit organization devoted to the preservation of America’s hallowed battlegrounds. Although primarily focused on the protection of Civil War battlefields, the Trust also seeks to save the battlefields connected to the Revolutionary War and War of 1812. Through educational programs and heritage tourism initiatives, the Trust seeks to inform the public about the vital role these battlefields played in determining the course of our nation’s history.
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Civil War Trust Resources
Animated Maps
Part movie, part documentary, Blow by blow accounts of the major battles of the Civil War. Battlefield Apps Visiting a battlefield in the near future? Can't reach a battlefield in person but you want to know more? Check these free apps for your iPhone. Maps |
Civil War in 4
Videos on the prominent people, events, and characteristics of the Civil War. All in about 4 minutes or less. War Department Need to go more in depth on your topic? Check out these videos on more detailed subjects including Pickett's Charge and the Civil War's most recent Medal of Honor recipient Alonzo Cushing. Battlefield 360 |
Gettysburg Foundation
Our Mission: The Gettysburg Foundation’s mission, in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS), is to enhance the preservation and understanding of the heritage and lasting significance of Gettysburg and its national parks. The Foundation focuses its work primarily on the battle of Gettysburg and its context in the American Civil War, as well as President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Assistance is also given to occasionally support the Eisenhower National Historic Site, President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s residence in the Gettysburg community. |
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum
Our Mission: The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation supports the educational and cultural programming of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum; fosters Lincoln scholarship through the acquisition and publication of documentary materials relating to Lincoln and his era; and promotes a greater appreciation of history through exhibits, conferences, publications, online services, and other activities designed to promote historical literacy.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American HistoryI am proud to report that Waynesfield-Goshen will be a Gilder Lehrman Affiliate School for the upcoming school year. The Gilder Lehrman Institute "is a nonprofit organization devoted to the improvement of history education.
The Institute has developed an array of programs for schools, teachers, and students that now operate in all fifty states, including a website that features the more than 60,000 unique historical documents in the Gilder Lehrman Collection." Be sure to check out their website! |
www.findagrave.com
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The Civil War Soldiers Database
Want to find out about your ancestor in the Civil War? Interested in the more personal view of the men who served their country in a particular unit or at a particular battle. This is your spot. The CWSS is a searchable database of all those who served in the Union and Confederate armies. Where available it contains information about military units, descriptions of battles fought involved, prisoners of war, and grave sites. |
The Civil War Home Page
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Civil War Collection
http://www.civilwar.com
An almost random collection of Civil War resources including maps, interactive maps and dozens of links on other Civil War websites. |
The History Place
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National Park Service
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National Archives
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Library of Congress
http://www.loc.gov/pictures/collection/cwp/
Amazing collection of high resolution original photographs. |
Liljenquist Family Collection
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Virtual Civil War
http://www.mikelynaugh.com/VirtualCivilWar/index1024.htm
Amazing photography both then and now of dozens of Civil War photographs. |
Videos
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John Banks' Civil War BlogAn excellent blog an source of information for first-had accounts, Antietam, & Connecticut soldiers.
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