Civil War anniversary Civil War anniversary After months of turmoil, the American Civil War began on April 12, 1861. Catastrophic battles ensued between the Union and the Confederacy. The war's horror and heroism are reflected in U.S. politics, and a new Hollywood film, even 150 years later. Lincoln's politics President Abraham Lincoln went on record as opposing slavery. Which political party supported his ideals? Northern dissenters Some Northerners opposed the war and spoke out for peace. What were they called? Confederate states The sides were drawn when Southern states seceded in February 1861. Which of these states was one of the 11 to join the Confederacy? Confederate leaders The Confederate States of America came together with a reminiscent constitution. Who was the president? Lincoln's generals Lincoln meticulously led the Civil War. Who did he select as military commander? Lincoln's war speeches Lincoln delivered oft-quoted speeches. His Emancipation Proclamati...