Maryland in the Civil War
Introduction
Because it shared a border with both the North and the South, Maryland was a key state in the struggles of the Civil War. Maryland was also important because of Baltimore’s position as a major railroad link to the west.
This guide has been created to introduce you to the Civil War in Maryland, with specific concentration on Web sites that should be useful in beginning research. You can also print out the full version of these pages (including a longer introduction) in PDF form.
Follow these links to information on specific topics about the Civil War in Maryland:
African-American Participation
Battles in Maryland
Biography and Personal Narratives
Maryland Regiments
Monuments, Museums and Historic Sites
Prominent Marylanders in the Civil War
Selected References
The following Web sites will provide you with general information on the Civil War:
Witness to History: The Civil War in Maryland
Guide to primary sources available at the Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Library/State Library Resource Center.
The American Civil War
The official National Park Service Web site. An excellent gateway to all aspects of the War.
The American Civil War
From the University of Tennessee, an award-winning Web site with Civil War topics.
The Selected Civil War Photographs Collection
From the Library of Congress, more than 1,000 photographs, most from the famous photographer Matthew Brady.
