Which battle marked the beginning of the Civil War?
In this lesson, you will learn about some of the major battles of the Civil War. But first, click on each question below to learn more about the two armies involved in the war.
| What color uniforms did the Confederate Army (the South) wear? |  |
| What color uniforms did the Union Army (the North) wear? |  |
| What flag represented the Confederacy? |  |
| What flag represented the Union? |  |
The Civil War started with the Battle of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, and the last battle was the Battle of Palmito Ranch. The Civil War lasted four years, and many battles were fought during this time.
