Wars & Conflicts

Explore the timeline of American wars and conflicts including the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, the American Civil War, the Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, the War in Afghanistan, and the Iraq War.

Explore the timeline of American wars and conflicts from the American Revolutionary War to current global conflicts.

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day (April 9)

This day honors those veterans who have served their country while being held captive in enemy territory. The day also honors the family of the prisoners of war and their long and anxious wait to see their family again. Visit the collection.

The Southern Campaign - Ninety Six: The End Game
The Southern Campaign - Ninety Six: The End Game

Lesson

The Revolutionary War in the South laid the groundwork for the eventual Patriot victory at Yorktown. There were many battles with both successes and defeats. Students will be asked to explore each...

General Daniel Morgan | Cowpens
General Daniel Morgan | Cowpens
Episode 2

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General Nathaniel Greene sent a portion of his men under General Daniel Morgan to fight the British in western South Carolina. In response, Lt. General Charles Earl Cornwallis sent Lt. Colonel...
General Nathanael Greene | Cowpens
General Nathanael Greene | Cowpens
Episode 1

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In the fall of 1780, George Washington appointed General Nathanael Greene to command the Continental army in the South. From North Carolina, Greene sent a portion of his men under General Daniel...
Revolutionary War Names | Southern Campaign

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Americans opposed to the British were known as “patriots,” “Whigs” “rebels,” or “partisans.” Americans on the British side were called “loyalists,” “royalists,” “Tories,” “the King’s men,” or “Crown...
Colonel Elijah Clarke | Musgrove Mill
Colonel Elijah Clarke | Musgrove Mill
Episode 2

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Colonel Elijah Clarke was the leader of the Wilkes County, Georgia militia. He along with Col. Isaac Shelby, leader of the Overmountain men militia, and Col James Williams, leader of the Little River...