Civil War Quiz

Which general began the concept of Total War in an infamous march across the South?

Lincoln's first choice to lead the Union Army was...

Which candidate in 1860 was the closest to a doughface?

Albert S. Johnston was killed during what Confederate loss?

Which Union general promised a "secret to victory" only to lose an embarrassing battle?

Which battle featured a forest fire killing many of the troops?

Which weapon greatly influenced the Union's win on Day 2 of Gettysburg?

Which general lost in embarrassing fashion at Chancellorsville, VA?

Which confederate officer openly disagreed with Lee's strategy at Gettysburg?

Which two Union generals were fired after wins?

Which battle finished the Union's efforts to control the Mississippi River Region?

Lincoln's War strategy was called what?

Which battle featured Union coal miners placing explosives under the enemy lines?

The Civil War took place during what years?

Robert E. Lee surrendered to US Grant where?

Stonewall Jackson received his famous nickname in which battle?

Which was the Union ironclad ship in the battle of the ironclads?

The war started at what location?

Lee fought for the south because...

Which battle included the Bloodiest Day in all of US History?

The Battle of Antietam took place in which state?

Which was NOT a reason Lincoln was unhappy with McClellan?

Which general ordered a disastrous attack up the center of town at Fredericksburg?