War Between the States - Timeline

This visually rich timeline, spanning the years surrounding the War Between the States, gives a chronological look at the events that led up to and followed one of the most influential events in our nation's history. From the military battles and political struggles, to influential inventions and popular literary works and ideologies, see these events in their historical context.

The timeline also includes a map of states, territories, and battles, biographies of key figures, and charts showing the military and economic resources of both sides.