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Our records tell Civil War stories. And you can discover your family’s stories and your place in history in the millions of historical Civil War era documents on Ancestry.com.
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The Civil War was much more than famous battles and charismatic generals. Regular people — the enlisted
soldiers and the families they left behind — have compelling stories to tell as well.
Learn more about the battles and speeches, the politics and the people who
played a role in one of the most monumental conflicts in our nation’s history.
Three Civil War lives that live on in records
See the epic story of three soldiers, connected by the trials and triumphs of war, as told through historical documents discovered on Ancestry.com.
Military Headstone Archive
We’ve created the most comprehensive searchable collection of Civil War era gravestones, with images and facts that can give you a richer picture of your military ancestors.
Civil War Research Guide
Get invaluable advice and tips to find your Civil War era roots.