Michigan's Role in the Civil War

The video explores Michigan's significant role in the American Civil War, highlighting the contributions of its soldiers and communities. It discusses various regiments, including the 4th and 24th Michigan Infantry, and their participation in key battles like Gettysburg, Shiloh, and Vicksburg. The video also covers the involvement of African-American and Native American communities, as well as notable generals from Michigan who played crucial roles in the war effort.

What initially sparked the speaker's interest in the Civil War?

• Stories of Michigan soldiers

• The Peninsula Campaign

• The Battle of Gettysburg

• The Overland Campaign

How many men did Michigan contribute to the Union cause?

• 50,000

• 70,000

• 90,000

• 100,000

Which Michigan regiment was part of the famous Iron Brigade?

• 13th Michigan Infantry

• 24th Michigan Infantry

• 11th Michigan Infantry

• 4th Michigan Infantry

In which battle did the 11th Michigan hold Snodgrass Hill?

• Battle of Shiloh

• Battle of Vicksburg

• Battle of Chickamauga

• Battle of Gettysburg

What was the primary role of Michigan soldiers during the Civil War?

• Defending the home front

• Fighting in the Eastern theater

• Serving in the Western theater

• Leading naval operations

Which community in Detroit raised the 102nd United States Colored Troops?

• German American community

• African American community

• Native American community

• Irish American community

Where did the 1st Michigan Sharpshooters fight during the Civil War?

• Chattanooga

• Petersburg

• Antietam

• Gettysburg

Which general from Michigan was killed at the Battle of Antietam?

• Alphaeus Williams

• Israel Richardson

• Orlando Wilcox

• Henry Hunt

Who was the chief of artillery for the Army of the Potomac from Michigan?

• Israel Richardson

• Alphaeus Williams

• Henry Hunt

• Orlando Wilcox

Which Michigan general became a successful corps commander in the Union Ninth Corps?

• Henry Hunt

• Alphaeus Williams

• Israel Richardson

• Orlando Wilcox