History Center
The American Civil War is a key moment in our Nation's history. Expand your knowledge of the era with our rich collection of articles and other resources.
Civil War Maps
- We have amassed an extensive collection of CWPT and historical maps from the Civil War
- View the Maps »
Virtual Battlefield Tours
- View historical markers on battlefields explaining the action that took place there
- See Fredericksburg »
- See Chancellorsville »
Featured History Articles
- Purged Away with Blood - John Brown's Raid »
- Abraham Lincoln - the Unpopular President ? »
- Jackson's Flank Attack at Chancellorsville »
- Closing the Back Door - Shenandoah Valley in 1864 »
- The Battle of Shiloh: Shattering Myths. »
- Biography: Maria Belle Boyd»
- 54th Mass. assault on Battery Wagner »
- Who Fought?»
Hallowed Ground Magazine
Our quarterly CWPT membership magazine is filled with Civil War articles by noted historians
Preview the Magazine Online »
Recommended Books
- Looking for a good book on the Civil War? Check out our list of recommended books:
- Generals & Leaders »
- Books for Educators »
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