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The Civil War in Four Minutes: John Buford

VIDEO | Wayne Motts of the National Civil War Museum details the life and service of Union Brigadier General John Buford.

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Battlefield Generals in the Civil War

Garry Adelman of the American Battlefield Trust discusses the role that each rank of general had during battles in the Civil War.

Berdan’s Sharpshooters at Gettysburg

VIDEO | Garry Adelman, Douglas Ullman Jr. and Kristopher White of the Civil War Trust are joined by Greg Goodell of the Gettysburg National Military Park to examine an impressive collection of artifacts from the U.S. Sharpshooters.

West Point

Historian Wayne Motts describes the history, function, and importance of West Point in regards to the Civil War. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Military Engagements of the Civil War

Historian Sam Smith explains the terms “skirmish” and “battle,” and how these engagements made up campaigns. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Civil War Trust Generations: Brandy Station

Check out the highlights of our Generations event at Brandy Station, featuring Union and Confederate cavalry reenactors. Civil War Trust Generations Events aim to teach the younger generation about the pivotal parts of American history through engaging events and activities.

Culp's Hill

Licensed Battlefield Guide Tim Smith and the Trust's Sam Smith debate whether or not the Confederate Army should have tried to take Culp's Hill on the first night of The Battle of Gettysburg.

The Battle of Gettysburg

Historian Garry Adelman describes the events that took place during the Battle of Gettysburg from July 1-July 3, 1863.

Union Leaders of the Civil War

Historian Jared Frederick discusses the generals who commanded Union forces during the war, and President Lincoln's struggle to find the right man to win the war.

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