Douglas Ullman Jr. explains the roles of sharpshooters and skirmishers, the soldiers that often times preceded the most pivotal battles in Civil War history. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.
The Civil War in Four Minutes: Military Engagements
American Battlefield Trust
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.
