Civil War review

The war gave ________, or escaped slaves, the right to join the union army.

George Meade was the Union commander at Gettysburg.

What battle gained greater control of the MIssissippi River Valley?

What was the major battle during July 1-3, 1863?

What is the constitutional protection against unlawful prisonment?

Lee invaded Pennsylvania after two Rebel victories: Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville.

Why was Vicksburg's location so important?

Who captured New Orleans?

The Confederates surrendered Vicksburg on Dec. 25, 1863

What was the group of northern Democrats who spoke out against the Civil War?

Where was Lincoln assassinated?

What was the major turning point in the Civil War?

The ________ consisted mostly of free African Americans.

What Union commander is most responsible for taking control of the MIssissippi River Valley?

The Emancipation Proclamation went into effect on Jan. 1, 1863.

What called for all Confederate slaves to be freed?