Civil War History

Uncover the untold secrets and shocking truths of the Civil War that textbooks never dared to reveal.

The First Battle of Fort Fisher: A Union Blunder

Vince Vanguard

The First Battle of Fort Fisher was a significant Union failure due to poor planning and leadership, allowing the Confederates to maintain their strategic stronghold.

Beriah Magoffin: Kentucky's Controversial Civil War Governor

KC Fairlight

Beriah Magoffin's tenure as Kentucky's governor during the Civil War was laden with challenges, as he attempted to maintain neutrality in a deeply divided time. His story highlights an enduring struggle between personal conviction, societal expectation, and political tension.

The Unsung Heroes of the Pacific Northwest: The 1st Washington Territory Infantry Regiment

KC Fairlight

Picture the Pacific Northwest, a region steeped in natural beauty and veiled in the mists of time. Here, the 1st Washington Territory Infantry Regiment played a quiet yet vital role during the Civil War, proving that courage often thrives far from the battlefield.