Doc: April 1865: The Month That Saved America (History Channel)

[Frank W. Baker]

After four years of intense conflict, the Civil War finally came to an end in April of 1865. In just one month, the city of Richmond fell, General Lee embarked on his harrowing retreat and the Confederates surrendered at Appomattox. The nation was shocked just a few days later when President Lincoln was tragically assassinated. April 1865: The Month That Saved America, a two-hour documentary (March 22, 8am ET, on The History Channel--commercial free as part of Cable In The Classroom) based on the bestselling book by historian Jay Winik, traces this critical month in American history, capturing the concluding days of the Civil War. Download the teacher study guide here.