Campaign of 1862

The Campaign of 1862 was a series of key battles during the American Civil War mainly fought in Virginia and the Western states. It included the Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest single day in U.S. history, which gave President Lincoln confidence to issue the Emancipation Proclamation. The campaign also saw Union victories at the Battle of Shiloh and the Siege of Corinth, helping the North gain control of strategic areas. Overall, 1862 was a pivotal year that shifted momentum in favor of the Union, setting the stage for future campaigns and ultimately leading toward ending slavery and reunifying the nation.