History
American Civil War Battles Quiz
Gettysburg, Antietam, Vicksburg, Sherman's March — 50-question deep dive
Gettysburg, Antietam, Vicksburg, Sherman's March — 50-question deep dive
Antietam remains the bloodiest single day in American history — over 22,000 casualties on September 17, 1862, more than all American casualties on D-Day. The American Civil War (April 1861 – April 1865) cost between 620,000 and 750,000 military lives, more than all other US wars combined, and reshaped the nation's politics, economy, and identity. From Fort Sumter to Appomattox Court House, this quiz tests your knowledge of the battles, generals, turning points, and strategies that determined the war's outcome.
Each round presents 10 randomized questions from a pool of 50, with four multiple-choice options and instant feedback after every answer. Your final score comes with a performance tier and shareable results.
You'll cover the war's opening at Fort Sumter, Stonewall Jackson at First Bull Run, the bloodiest day at Antietam, Lee's 'masterpiece' at Chancellorsville, the Gettysburg turning point including Pickett's Charge and Joshua Chamberlain, Grant's Vicksburg siege, the ironclad battle of Monitor vs Merrimack, Sherman's March to the Sea, and Lee's surrender at Appomattox.
The Battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg) on September 17, 1862, is the bloodiest single day in American military history, with approximately 22,717 casualties (killed, wounded, and missing combined). The tactical draw was strategically significant: it allowed President Lincoln to issue the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation five days later.
The Union Army of the Potomac, commanded by General George Meade, won the Battle of Gettysburg (July 1–3, 1863). The three-day battle produced approximately 51,000 total casualties. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia retreated back to Virginia after Pickett's Charge on Day 3 failed catastrophically. Gettysburg is widely considered the turning point of the war.
General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, on April 9, 1865. The surrender took place in the parlor of Wilmer McLean's house. Grant offered generous terms: Confederate soldiers were paroled and allowed to keep their horses and sidearms for the journey home.
Last updated: May 2026