On this day in the Civil War, the United States Senate passes a bill that calls for slavery to be abolished in the District of Columbia.

The Senate Chamber
Circa 1860
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On this day in the Civil War, the United States Senate passes a bill that calls for slavery to be abolished in the District of Columbia.

The Senate Chamber
Circa 1860
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On this day in the Civil War, the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia is the site of a bread riot, instigated by many factors, the main one being the problem of hunger facing many in that city and other parts of the Southern nation.

Richmond, Virginia
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On this day in the Civil War, fighting occurs in North Carolina between parts of Sherman’s army and Confederate soldiers.

General Sherman
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On this day in the Civil War, Virginia sees a clash of Union cavalry with Confederates under the command of Colonel Mosby. The Federals are defeated and lose 60 men.

Colonel John S. Mosby
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On this day in the Civil War, President Lincoln announces the establishment of a day of fasting and prayer to take place throughout the Union on April 30th.
