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
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March 26, 1863
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March 25, 1861
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On this day in the Civil War, President Lincoln meets with his Cabinet to discuss Fort Sumter and how to deal with the mounting crisis.
President Lincoln and his Cabinet
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March 24, 1864
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On this day in the Civil War, General Grant and President Lincoln confer at the White House.
President Lincoln
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March 23, 1864
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On this day in the Civil War, General Grant prepares for the simultaneous advance of all his armies.
General Ulysses S. Grant with his horse
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March 22, 1863
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On this day in the Civil War, General John Hunt Morgan’s Confederate cavalry attacks Federal positions in Kentucky.
General John Hunt Morgan
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