A Civil War quiz in advance of Friday’s Durham Museum event

Hey history buffs, here’s a little quiz for you in advance of Friday’s Durham Museum presentation on the Civil War, which starts at noon in the Sorrell Center, Room 2018.

Which of these Civil War events took place in 1862?

  • A. President Abraham Lincoln issues General Order No. 1 to spur General George McClellan into offensive action against the South.
  • B. General U.S. Grant earns his nickname “Unconditional Surrender” for his victories at Fort Henry and Fort Donelson.
  • C. Lincoln’s son, Willie, dies.
  • D. All of the above.
  • E. None of the above.

The first one to answer correctly gets a UNMC Frisbee. Send your answers to today@unmc.edu.

The correct answers and the winner will be announced in Tuesday’s UNMC Today.