Civil War Resources
In addition to using History Facts on File, World Book Online, and Biography in Context, use the following websites, videos, and primary sources to expand your knowledge about the Civil War.
In addition to using History Facts on File, World Book Online, and Biography in Context, use the following websites, videos, and primary sources to expand your knowledge about the Civil War.
NOTE: When accessing the databases from HOME, you must enter your Douglas County Library card number and PIN (which is usually the last 4 digits of your phone number).
If you don't have a library card, you can get one from the Douglas County website.
BrainPop Videos (Use Clever to login)
BrainPop Videos (Use Clever to login)
Causes of the Civil War
The Importance of Cotton
The Role of Industry
Technology
Slavery
Pre-Civil War American Slavery
Battles and Logistics
Spies
Medicine
Women in the Civil War
Biographies
Civil War Prisons
General Resources
Effects & Impacts of the Civil War
Primary Sources
These sources are all original documents pertaining to the Civil War.
Library of Congress: Civil War Diary
Library of Congress: Photographs of Black soldiers
Library of Congress Civil War Photographs
ALWAYS Cite Your Sources!
ALWAYS Cite Your Sources!