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CivilWar@Smithsonian
Need we say more? The Smithsonian's presentation on the Civil War.
Grade Level: 6-12


http://www.civilwar.si.edu/

CONTENT:
CivilWar@Smithsonian, produced by the National Portrait Gallery, uses the vast resources of the Smithsonian to explore the Civil War.
SITE DESIGN:
The left side menu gives access to the four main areas of the site: The Smithsonian, Collections, Timeline and Resources. Each of the sections has a left side menu for navigating within the section. There is also a handy site index available. Flash Player is needed.
 

REVIEW:
This site offers tons of information and resources about the Civil War for teachers, students or anyone interested in this part of American History. The Smithsonian section discusses the beginning of the war and the museum during that time period. The Collections include Abraham Lincoln, Slavery and Abolition, first blood, soldiering, weapons, leaders, cavalries, navies, life and culture, Appomattox, Winslow Homer, and Matthew Brady. Each topic has an overview page and a link to the artifacts. By clicking on the thumbnails of the various artifacts, ranging from personal effects to portraits, more information is revealed. An interactive timeline is also available that highlights the important events of the war. Additionally a list of print and online resources is provided.

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