sep 17, 1862 - Battle of Antietam
Description:
The battle ended the Confederate invasion of Maryland in 1862 and resulted in a Union victory. It also led to President Abraham Lincoln issuing the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, 1862. In 1862, the American Civil War was entering its second year.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 17, 1862
Now
~ 163 years ago