What was the primary focus of the Civil Rights Movement that emerged after the Civil War?
  • To achieve voting rights and social equality for African Americans
Who was the first African American to receive the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the Civil War?
  • William Carney
What was one of the main outcomes of the Civil War in terms of federal legislation?
  • The passage of the Homestead Act
What did “total war” mean in the context of Sherman’s strategy?
  • Waging war against both the enemy's military and civilian resources