1863 American Civil War

The 1863 American Civil War was a pivotal year featuring major battles like Gettysburg and Vicksburg, which shifted the war's momentum. It was fought between the Union (north) and Confederacy (south), mainly over issues of states' rights and slavery. The Union aimed to restore the United States, while the Confederacy fought to maintain independence. Key events included President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, emphasizing national unity and liberty, and the Union victory at Vicksburg, which gained control of the Mississippi River. These turning points significantly weakened the Confederacy and moved the nation closer to ending slavery and reunification.