The History Channel Presents: The Civil War is the definitive collection of programming on the War Between the States. Utilizing rare diary entries; photographs; and modern-day reenactments The History Channel explores every aspect of this great conflict. From Harper's Ferry; Fort Sumter; and First Bull Run to Shiloh; Antietam; and Gettysburg; The History Channel Presents: The Civil War captures the most legendary Civil War battles in brilliant detail. A sweeping selection of the soldiers and legendary leaders who fought these battles; including Sherman; McClellan; Grant; Beauregard; Lee; Davis; and Jackson; are also brought back to life in richly detailed profiles. Through interviews with scholars and historians; re-enactments; and their own written words; the full military and political contexts of these men; their armies; and the clashes between them are thoroughly explored. Nearly a century and a half has passed since Lee surrendered at Appomattox - but the words and images contained in this collection continue to bring home the impact of the bloodiest conflict seen on American shores.