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Lesson 64 of 84 · The Civil War
How the War Changed America
Famous speeches shaped history: Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, King's 'I Have a Dream,' and Roosevelt's fireside chats moved millions to action and reflection.
Key Facts
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Oral histories preserve community stories.
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Primary sources come from the time of the event.
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Historians use evidence to support claims.
Timeline
1865
The Civil War ends; slavery is abolished
1869
The Transcontinental Railroad is completed
1920
Women gain the right to vote (19th Amendment)
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is an artifact?