Are you ready to reenact some history? This set of miniature soldiers from the Civil War Union Army allows children to learn about this significant conflict with a hands-on, tactile approach. History: The American Civil War was fought between 1861 and 1865 between the Union Army - representing the Northern States - and the Confederates representing the South. There were many causes of the Civil War, with slavery being a major issue. The war cost the lives of more than 620,000 Americans. It would finally end with the surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee on April 9, 1865. As news of his surrender spread, other Confederate forces also began to lay down their arms, with the last general doing so on June 23, 1865.

Features:

• A range of soldiers ready for action-packed battle, including kneeling ones.