Fort Donelson Falls: A Turning Point in the American Civil War

A significant victory for the Union occurred on February 16, 1862, as Fort Donelson, a Confederate stronghold on the Cumberland River in Tennessee, surrendered to Union forces under the command of General Ulysses S. Grant. This pivotal event followed a relentless four-day siege, where Union troops, supported by naval gunboats, encircled the fort, cutting off […]
Dakota Uprising Begins in Minnesota

On August 17, 1862, the Dakota Uprising, also known as the Dakota War of 1862, began in Minnesota. This conflict was a result of growing tensions between the Dakota Sioux people and the U.S. government. The Dakota had faced significant hardships due to broken treaties, encroachments on their land, and delayed payments promised under the […]