On April 9, 1865, General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia, ending the Civil War. Use this online activity to learn about the historical events and their impacts at this small village, especially for enslaved African Americans. It draws from historical and archeological evidence to tell the story of two women, Hannah Reynolds and Margaret Abbitt, who were enslaved at Appomattox Court House before the war and emancipated by its end.
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Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
Article 1: Introduction
Welcome to After Appomattox! Find background information about this online activity, including the essential question, objectives, audience, and more. Read more
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Article 2: About Appomattox Court House
Get started by learning the history of Appomattox Court House, including the village and its residents, the Civil War battle, and the significance of the Confederate Army's surrender to the town, African Americans and the nation. Read more
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Article 3: Untold Stories: Hannah Reynolds
Learn about Hannah Reynolds. Read more
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Article 4: Untold Stories: Margaret Abbitt
Learn about Margaret Abbitt. Read more
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Article 5: Continuity and Change
Archeologists excavating near Hannah Reynolds' and Margaret Abbitt's cabin found artifacts. Use your powers of observation to learn about their everyday lives from the artifacts. Read more