Have you ever wondered why more books have been written about the Civil War than any other event in American history? Why did Americans take up arms against one another in the bloodiest war the nation has ever experienced? What role did African Americans play in the outcome of the war? What have been the long term implications of this massive struggle?

Available are a timeline of events, Civil War stories, links to our Civil War Partners, and information about the Civil War Sesquicentennial Initiative.