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The events that occurred at our nation’s Capitol on January 6, 2021 are not only shocking in today’s world, but also generated comparisons to previous episodes from history.

As images, video clips, and news reports filled social media feeds, they invited comparisons to previous historical events and inquiries about connections to the past. Many of these questions were related to the Civil War era.

ACWM has compiled a list of resources that speak to many of these questions, and help provide historical context to these events. Many are new pieces written by Civil War historians, sharing the connections that they see in current events and conversations as they unfold.

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How We Became America: The Untold History (Videos)

How We Became America: The Untold History (Videos)

By American Battlefield Trust

  • Anytime/On Your Own
The Senate and Women’s Fight for the Vote

The Senate and Women’s Fight for the Vote

By U.S. Senate Historical Office

  • Anytime/On Your Own
Civic Play Invitations

Civic Play Invitations

By Treetop Outpost

  • Live in Real Time

06/24/2025

Hostile Terrain 94: Installation on U.S.-Mexico Border Policies

Hostile Terrain 94: Installation on U.S.-Mexico Border Policies

By Museum of Us

  • Live in Real Time

05/31/2024

Did You Know? History Game Show

Did You Know? History Game Show

By Hennage Auditorium in the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg

  • Live in Real Time

07/03/2025

Civic Meet Cute

Civic Meet Cute

  • Anytime/On Your Own, Live in Real Time