Civil War - Events

Facts about the Battle of Gettysburg, 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 Battle of Gettysburg was fought in and around the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, from July 1 to July 3, 1863. The fierce battle ended in a Union victory and was a major turning point in the Civil War.

Key facts about the Battle of Gilgal Church.

The Battle of Gilgal Church was a relatively minor engagement between Union forces commanded by Major General William T. Sherman and Confederate forces commanded by General Joseph E. Johnston on June 15 and 16, 1864 during the Atlanta Campaign.

Key facts about the Battle of Glendale, also known as the battles of Nelson’s Farm, Frayser’s Farm, Charles City Crossroads, White Oak Swamp, and Riddell's Shop.

The Battle of Glendale, also known as the battles of Nelson’s Farm, Frayser’s Farm, Charles City Crossroads, White Oak Swamp, Riddell's Shop, was fought on June 30, 1862, in Henrico County, Virginia. It was the fifth of the Seven Days Battles during the Peninsula Campaign.

Key facts about the Battle of Globe Tavern.

Fought from August 18 - 21, 1864, the Battle of Globe Tavern was the first Union victory of the Petersburg Campaign.

Key facts about the Battle of Glorieta Pass.

Often referred to as the Gettysburg of the West, the Battle of Glorieta Pass, fought on March 26-28, near Santa Fe, New Mexico, was the decisive turning-point of the American Civil War in the Far Western Theater.

Key facts about the Battle of Grand Gulf.

Fought on April 29, 1863, the Battle of Grand Gulf was a naval engagement on the Mississippi River that began Ulysses S. Grant's final assault on Vicksburg.

The Battle of Greenbrier River — also known as the Battle of Camp Bartow — was fought between the United States of America and the Confederate States of America on October 3, 1861, during the American Civil War. The battle was part of the Operations in Western Virginia and resulted in a draw.

Facts about the Battle of Hampton Roads, 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 Battle of Hampton Roads was a key battle of the Peninsula Campaign. It took place on March 8–9, 1862, and ended in a draw. It was the first naval battle of ironclad ships and the most notable naval battle of the Civil War.

The Battle of Hanover, which took place on June 29, 1863, delayed the arrival of General J.E.B. Stuart's cavalry at the Battle of Gettysburg until mid-afternoon of the second day of the pivotal conflict.

The Battle of Hanover, which took place on June 29, 1863, delayed the arrival of General J.E.B. Stuart's cavalry at the Battle of Gettysburg until mid-afternoon of the second day of the pivotal conflict.

Key facts about the Battle of Harpers Ferry.

The Battle of Harpers Ferry, which took place between September 12 and September 15, 1862, resulted in the largest surrender of Union soldiers during the American Civil War.

Key facts about the Battle of Hatcher's Run, also known as the Battle of Armstrong's Mill, the Battle of Dabney's Mill, and the Battle of Rowanty Creek.