The Civil War

A Divided Country (00:00 - 01:05)

• This section introduces the Civil War as a period of major disagreement between the Northern and Southern states, specifically focusing on the issue of slavery.

The Two Sides (01:05 - 02:15)

• A description of the Union and Confederate soldiers, identified by their blue and gray uniforms, and the difficult conditions they faced living outdoors.

President Lincoln and Freedom (02:15 - 03:10)

• An explanation of Abraham Lincoln's role as President and his work on the Emancipation Proclamation to help free enslaved people.

Healing and Peace (03:10 - 04:00)

• The conclusion of the war, highlighting figures like Clara Barton and the eventual reunification of the United States as one free country.