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Ready to discover more about the American Civil War, as well as the role of Black troops in the conflict? Here you'll find some resources that will allow you to delve deeper into your study of the struggle.

The video above, part of American Battlefield Trust's Civil War In4 Videos, discusses the role of Black soldiers in the conflict.

This video, part of American Battlefield Trust's Civil War In4 Videos, details the Emancipation Proclamation.

Singer Tennessee Ernie Ford sang numerous Civil War songs. Here, he sings a tune entitled "Marching Song (Of The First Arkansas Negro Regiment)."

Looking for a Northern twist on a Southern song? Listen to Tennessee Ernie Ford's song, "Union Dixie."

Pictures truly are worth a thousand words. Click the image above or go here to view Civil War glass negatives that feature individuals from both sides (and of all ages and backgrounds) who fought in the conflict.

Primary documents are valuable, offering an in-depth view at the Civil War through the eyes of those who actually lived through the conflict. Click the image above (or go here) to view Spared & Shared's collection of transcribed letters written by Civil War soldiers.

Did you Know?

It is true that USCT served in key conflicts during the American Civil War, but a lesser-studied aspect for some USCT was their confinement in Confederate prisoner of war (POW) camps. The museum displays at Andersonville National Historic Site testify that USCT were, indeed, imprisoned at notorious Andersonville (or Camp Sumter). Scroll through the photos* below and hover your computer's mouse over each image to read a brief description.

*All images above are credited to MCHE.