Episode 1

The Civil War, one of the most defining moments in American history, tore the nation apart, pitting North against South--brother against brother. Over the course of four years, more than 750,000 military and civilian lives were sacrificed to make the United States a more perfect union, where the human rights of every person are guaranteed.

Episode 2

Examines technological innovations that tilted the balance of power between the Union and Confederacy and changed the way battles would be fought forever.

Episode 3

The Civil War, one of the most defining moments in American history, tore the nation apart, pitting North against South--brother against brother. Over the course of four years, more than 750,000 military and civilian lives were sacrificed to make the United States a more perfect union, where the human rights of every person are guaranteed.

Episode 4

Examines the profound ramifications of the Civil War on American history. As the fog of the war lifted, the United States tumbled into a deep recession