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Civil War (U.S.)
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Abraham Lincoln Research Site 
 Provides a biography, vignettes of many incidents in his life (including his possible romance with Ann Rutledge), a description of his marriage to Mary Todd, biographies of his sons, a timeline of his life, extensive coverage of his assassination, photographs, documents, trivia, bibliography, and many related links. The section on Mary Todd Lincoln is extensive and covers her insanity trial. http://home.att.net/~rjnorton/Lincoln2.html Topics: Photograph Collections: History, Presidents by Name, The United States Presidency, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Jan 12, 2009 Alabama Department of Archives and History
"Alabama created the first state department of archives and history in the United States. Founded in 1901, the Alabama Department of Archives and History became a model for many other states." This site features genealogy research tools, teacher and student resources, and databases for newspapers, maps, photos, and Civil War service materials. Also includes a section on Alabama history with a timeline, state symbols, and bibliographies. Searchable. http://www.archives.alabama.gov Topics: Libraries & Archives by Type, Photograph Collections: History Last updated Sep 21, 2006 American History 102: Civil War to the Present
These online course materials for a University of Wisconsin undergraduate U.S. history class comprise a valuable resource for anyone interested in U.S. history since the Civil War. Find lecture notes, profiles of important figures, outlines of big trends, links to original documents, a photo gallery (by name and subject), and even exercises, sample midterms, and final exams from previous semesters. http://us.history.wisc.edu/hist102/ Topics: Photograph Collections: History Last updated Jul 5, 2004 Benicia Historical Museum at the Camel Barns
Originally a site housing camels used by the U.S. Army as an experiment during the Civil War, this museum includes the history of the Benicia Arsenal as well as histories and photographs of Benicia and Solano County. Exhibit and events schedule, volunteer, and donation information posted. http://www.beniciahistoricalmuseum.org/ Topics: Photograph Collections: History Last updated Dec 10, 2002 Brady-Handy Collection
This collection features images from approximately 5,000 glass negatives by photographers Mathew Brady and Levin C. Handy, "chiefly portraits of presidents, members of Congress, military and naval officers, justices of the Supreme Court, actors, artists, religious leaders, and other notables. Also includes views of Washington, D.C., and vicinity." Searchable and browsable. Includes links to related collections. From the Library of Congress. http://lcweb2.loc.gov/pp/brhchtml/brhcabt.html Topics: Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Photography, Technology, The United States Presidency, United States History Last updated Aug 10, 2005 Civil War Photographs
This collection of 1,118 Civil War photographs can be searched by keyword, browsed by subject, or viewed by year. There is a list of represented photographers (most of the photographs were made under the direction of Matthew Brady), a brief article on how photographs of the era were made, bibliographies, related links, and an essay, Does the Camera Ever Lie? , about how the photographer got his desired message into his pictures. Administered by the Library of Congress. http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/cwphtml/cwphome.html Topics: Photograph Collections: History, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Aug 24, 2004 The Civil War Through a Child's Eye
This lesson plan from the Library of Congress uses materials from the American Memory project to focus "on the use of historical fiction and primary sources to expand students' perceptions of the Civil War era. Literature and photographic images reflect, communicate, and influence human perspectives of historical events." The site features a teacher's guide, a slide show, and links to related information. http://memory.loc.gov/learn/lessons/99/civilwar/index.html Topics: History, Lesson Plans, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Photograph Collections: History, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Sep 8, 2009 Civil War Treasures from the New York Historical Society
This site includes "recruiting posters for New York City regiments of volunteers; stereographic views documenting the mustering of soldiers and of popular support for the Union in New York City; photography showing the war's impact, both in the north and south; and drawings and writings by ordinary soldiers on both sides." Browse subject headings, name, or archival name. Searchable by keyword. The Before, During, and After the Civil War presentation provides a good background. Another incredible collection from the Library of Congress American Memory project. http://lcweb2.loc.gov/ammem/ndlpcoop/nhihtml/cwnyhshome.html Topics: Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Aug 24, 2004 Florida in the Civil War
Includes an essay, a timeline of related events, photos, documents (diaries, letters, and memoirs), and resources for teachers. From the Florida Memory Project . http://www.floridamemory.com/OnlineClassroom/FloridaCivilWar/ Topics: Correspondence, History, Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections: History, U.S. History By Place, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated May 23, 2003 The Gettysburg Address
Contains digitized images and transcriptions of two early drafts of the speech delivered by President Abraham Lincoln. Includes translations of the speech in many languages, related correspondence, information on the preservation of the speech, and the "only known Photograph of President Lincoln at the dedication of the Civil War cemetery at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, November 19, 1863." From the Library of Congress. http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/gadd/ Topics: Correspondence, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Presidents by Name, The United States Presidency Last updated Sep 6, 2004 Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
The Institute presents such eclectic items as images of letters from the Civil War era, a study of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, letters between 18th century historians Catharine Macaulay and Mercy Warren, and photographs from a 19th century school for African Americans. There are also readings and reference guides for various periods. This site is a rich one, and leads you from one interesting subject to another. Plan on spending time here! Searchable. http://www.gilderlehrman.org/collection/ Topics: Correspondence, Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections: History Last updated Jul 11, 2003 H.H. Bennett: Photographer Extraordinaire
"During a career that lasted from 1865 to 1908, H. H. Bennett photographed the rugged landscape of his beloved Wisconsin Dells, and became one of the premier photographers of the era." Browse more than 650 images, organized by themes such as bridges, Civil War era, lumber rafting, sailing, and steamboats. From the Wisconsin Historical Society. http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/libraryarchives/hhbennett/ Topics: Notable People: Arts & Humanities, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photography Last updated Oct 14, 2004 Home of the American Civil War
Among the many topics covered here are biographies and photos of a great many of the major players; battle details and maps; overview of the war; information on available medical care; the navy and the naval war; the army, its organization, and conditions for soldiers. Also included is a section of "Civil War Potpourri," which contains many diverse subjects from boys in the war to the ethnic make-up of the troops, as well as one that presents various essays written about the war. This is a well-organized, comprehensive site and would be an excellent resource for student reports. http://www.civilwarhome.com/ Topics: Photograph Collections: History, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Jun 5, 2001 The Official Mississippi Tourism and Travel Guide
Information about accommodations, casinos, events, restaurants, music, outdoor activities, and cultural attractions in Mississippi. The heritage section features information about historic homes, black and Native American heritage (including suggested itineraries), fine arts, the Civil War, and civil rights. Each section is browsable. Also includes 130 Mississippi facts, a photo gallery, reports and statistics, and related information. http://www.visitmississippi.org Topics: Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, U.S. Travel Last updated Sep 4, 2005 Quinnipiac University: Digitized Connecticut History Books
A collection of digitized books, including "The Underground Railroad" by William Still (1872); "The Photographic History of the Civil War in Ten Volumes," edited by Francis Miller and Robert Lanier (1912); and "Mark Twain's Burlesque Autobiography" (1871). From the Arnold Bernhard Library, Quinnipiac University, Connecticut. http://www.quinnipiac.edu/x915.xml Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, U.S. History By Place Last updated Nov 16, 2006 Schankman Image Server at George Eastman House
Thousands of early photographs, arranged by photographer, format (such as stereo views or magic lanterns) or subject, such as American West, car racing, or the Civil War. From the George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film. http://www.geh.org/ Topics: Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Technology Last updated May 24, 2005 Valley of the Shadow: Two Communities in the American Civil War
"The Valley Project details life in two American communities, one Northern and one Southern, from the time of John Brown's Raid through the era of Reconstruction." Contains photographs, maps, "thousands of original letters and diaries, newspapers and speeches, [and] census and church records, left by men and women in Augusta County, Virginia, and Franklin County, Pennsylvania." Many of the sources are searchable. http://valley.lib.virginia.edu/ Topics: Black Resources, Correspondence, History, Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, United States History, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Jul 29, 2009 |
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