Indiana's Contribution to the Civil War

John Mitchell discusses Indiana's significant contribution to the Union during the Civil War, highlighting the state's military involvement, notable regiments like the 19th Indiana, and key figures such as John T Wilder and General Lou Wallace. He also emphasizes the civilian efforts and the war's impact on Indiana, illustrating how the conflict was close to home.

What percentage of Indiana's population served in the military during the Civil War?

• 25%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

How many infantry regiments did Indiana contribute to the Union cause?

• 129

• 120

• 110

• 100

Which famous brigade did the 19th Indiana fight with?

• Stonewall Brigade

• Iron Brigade

• Lightning Brigade

• Thunder Brigade

In which battle did the 27th Indiana charge across the field on July 3rd, 1863?

• Battle of Chancellorsville

• Battle of South Mountain

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Antietam

Which regiment did John Mitchell's ancestor, Jacob Meyer, fight with?

• 100th Indiana

• 89th Indiana

• 27th Indiana

• 19th Indiana

In which campaign did the 89th Indiana fight with distinction in 1864?

• Overland Campaign

• Atlanta Campaign

• Red River Campaign

• Vicksburg Campaign

Who commanded the famous Lightning Brigade from Indiana?

• William T. Sherman

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Lew Wallace

• John T. Wilder

Which general from Indiana saved Washington D.C. in July 1864?

• Philip Sheridan

• George McClellan

• Lew Wallace

• John T. Wilder

What was the purpose of Camp Morton in Indianapolis during the Civil War?

• To serve as a battlefield hospital

• To train soldiers and hold Confederate prisoners of war

• To serve as a political headquarters

• To manufacture weapons

Which battle saw civilians in Southern Indiana fend off Morgan's Raiders?

• Battle of Corydon

• Battle of Antietam

• Battle of Shiloh

• Battle of Gettysburg