On April 12, 1861, Confederate troops opened fire with fifty cannons upon Fort Sumter and one of the most momentous events in American history began: the Civil War. This calendar captures the triumphs and tragedies of our nation's epic struggle, with actual letters written from the front, quotes, lingo, trivia, fascinating facts, excerpts from Civil War literature and songs, interesting information about key people, and monumental battles and events noted on the actual dates that they occurred.Perfect for Civil War buffs, historians, and military personnel.