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The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was a defining conflict in U.S. history. It arose primarily over issues of states' rights, and sectionalism. The war pitted the Union, led by President Abraham Lincoln, against the Confederacy, comprised of Southern states that seceded. Battles like Gettysburg and Antietam were pivotal moments, with the Union's victory leading to the abolition of slavery and the reunification of the country.

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The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was a defining conflict in U.S. history. It arose primarily over issues of states' rights, and sectionalism. The war pitted the Union, led by President Abraham Lincoln, against the Confederacy, comprised of Southern states that seceded. Battles like Gettysburg and Antietam were pivotal moments, with the Union's victory leading to the abolition of slavery and the reunification of the country.