The American Civil War
Homepage gathers together in one place hypertext links to the most useful identified electronic files about the American Civil
War (1861-1865).
These letters are part
of a collection written by Newton Robert Scott, Private, Company A, of the 36th Infantry, Iowa Volunteers. Scott’s letters
are filled with rich details of the war and the living conditions in the Union camps in Mississippi,
Missouri, Iowa and Arkansas.
Read about the causes
and see the heroes by clicking on these links. The Timeline of the American Civil War follows the American Civil War, from
its causes to its conclusion. Key people and events are highlighted along the way.