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Civil War Battles in Texas

Students learn about three Civil War battles that were fought in Texas—Battle of Galveston, Battle of Sabine Pass, and Battle of Palmito Ranch. They identify the dates of the events, the commanders in charge, and important details of each battle.

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Overview

In this experience, students learn about three Civil War battles that were fought in Texas—Battle of Galveston, Battle of Sabine Pass, and Battle of Palmito Ranch. They identify the dates of the events, the commanders in charge, and important details of each battle.

Students will collaborate in small groups for scene 2 through scene 4.

Objectives:

Identify the three major battles fought in Texas as the Battles of Galveston, Sabine Pass, and Palmito Ranch.
Identify important details about each of the battles, including dates, commanders in charge, and important facts.

The first battle of the Civil War was fought at Fort Sumter in South Carolina on April 12, 1861. There were over 5,000 battles fought throughout the war, which lasted for four years. The Union had over two million soldiers, compared to the Confederacy with only half as many soldiers. Over 600,000 soldiers died in the war, some in battles and accidents and others from starvation and disease. More soldiers died in the Civil War than have died in any other war in which the United States has been a part.

Objectives:

Identify the three major battles fought in Texas as the Battles of Galveston, Sabine Pass, and Palmito Ranch.
Identify important details about each of the battles, including dates, commanders in charge, and important facts.