Civil War Veterans

Civil War veterans were soldiers who fought in the American Civil War (1861-1865), a conflict between the Northern states (Union) and Southern states (Confederacy) primarily over issues like slavery and states' rights. After the war, many veterans faced challenges reintegrating into society, dealing with physical and psychological scars. Various organizations, such as the Grand Army of the Republic, were formed to support them. Their experiences influenced post-war American culture, politics, and memorialization, as communities sought to honor their sacrifices and learn from the war's impacts on the nation.