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John Brown was an ardent abolitionist whose raid on the federal arsenal in October 1859 intensified the sectional dispute over slavery in the United States and hastened the nation toward civil war.

Key facts about ardent abolitionist John Brown.

Key facts about the Battle of Brown's Mill.

Fought on July 30, 1864, the Battle of Brown's Mill was a Confederate victory that extended the Atlanta Campaign.

George Bryan was a merchant and politician from Pennsylvania. He participated in the Stamp Act Congress in 1765. He was also an early abolitionist and served as Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Supreme Court Justice for Pennsylvania.

Fifteenth President of the United States James Buchanan was the nation's chief executive when the Union began to dissolve in December 1860, on the eve of the American Civil War.

Key facts about James Buchanan, fifteenth President of the United States.

Key facts about the Battle of Buckland Mills.

Fought on October 19, 1863, the Battle of Buckland Mills was a decisive Confederate cavalry victory that Rebel troopers later derisively called the Buckland Races.

A prominent Confederate commander during the American Civil War, General Simon B. Buckner also served one term as governor of Kentucky after the conflict.

Key facts about General Simon B. Buckner, a prominent Confederate commander during the American Civil War.

Don Carlos Buell was a Union general during the American Civil War who directed the Department of the Ohio and commanded the Army of the Ohio in the Western Theater. Buell's army helped turn the tide to a Union victory at the Battle of Shiloh (April 6-7, 1862).

Key facts about Union General Don Carlos Buell.

Key facts about the Battle of Buffington Island.

Fought on July 19, 1863, the Battle of Buffington Island was the only major Civil War battle to take place in Ohio.

A prominent Union cavalry officer, Major General John Buford is credited with choosing the ground upon which the Battle of Gettysburg was fought in July 1863.

Key facts about Union General John Buford.

Facts about the First Battle of Bull Run, including dates, casualties, participants, who won, and more interesting details you might not know. This fact sheet provides a quick overview of the battle and is for kids doing research and students preparing for the AP U.S. History (APUSH) exam.

The First Battle of Bull Run, also known as the First Battle of Manassas, was the first major land engagement of the Civil War. It took place near the town of Manassas Junction, Virginia, on July 21, 1861. The outcome was a decisive Confederate victory.

Facts about the Second Battle of Bull Run, including dates, casualties, participants, who won, and more interesting details you might not know. This fact sheet provides a quick overview of the battle and is for kids doing research and students preparing for the AP U.S. History (APUSH) exam.