US History 1861-1865 1) Describe major battles that took place during the Civil War and explain how they contributed to the North's victory 2) Explain Lincoln's decision to issue the Emancipation Proclamation and explain how it changed the purpose of the Civil War

US History 1861-1865

1) Describe major battles that took place during the Civil War and explain how they contributed to the North's victory

2) Explain Lincoln's decision to issue the Emancipation Proclamation and explain how it changed the purpose of the Civil War.

3) Describe the way African Americans joined the Union Army and fought in the Civil War.

4) Describe the way the Confederate Army took initiative and won battles at the early stages of the Civil War.

5) Describe the way the North won the Civil War using new military tactics and using its superior resources.

6) Describe the process behind the passing of the 13th Amendment and explain the effect this Amendment had on American society and economy.

7) Explain why it was important for Lincoln to pass the 13th Amendment.