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.
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March 30, 1863
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March 29, 1865
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On this day in the Civil War, in a move that will result in the final major campaign of the war, General Grant sends the newly arrived cavalry under Sheridan, along with some infantry, to envelop the Confederate right flank to the southwest of Petersburg.
Fortifications in Petersburg
(Photo Credit: Library of Congress)
March 28, 1862
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On this day in the Civil War, brief fighting occurs in the area of the Orange and Alexandria Railroad in Virginia.
Orange and Alexandria Railroad
(Photo Credit: Library of Congress)
March 27, 1863
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On this day in the Civil War, President Lincoln meets with members of American Indian tribes to advise them on the matter of economic stability for their people.
Group of Indians
Circa 1865
(Photo Credit: Library of Congress)
March 26, 1863
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On this day in the Civil War, the citizens of West Virginia vote on and approve a referendum which will provide for the emancipation of slaves.
Virginia/West Virginia Map
Circa 1863
(Credit: Library of Congress)
The Civil War Book 