The Civil War (1861-1865) was a war in the United States that was a result of the election of Abraham Lincoln. 11 southern slave states seceded, seizing all federal installations except Fort Sumter, which led to the 32 hour bombardment of the fort and confederate capture of the fort.
This year is the 150th anniversary of the civil war, and every week we will take a look at what happened this week 150 years ago.