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The Best Episodes of Civil War 360

Every episode of Civil War 360 ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Civil War 360!

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Take a journey back in time and immerse yourself in a 150-year-old battle that nearly split our nation in two. This three-part series explores famous and little known aspects of the Civil War, from the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Civil War 360 Season 1 Episode 1 - The Union
    7.3/10(17 votes)

    #1 - The Union

    S1:E1

    We all know who won the Civil War, but there were many moments when victory was anything but certain. Join Ashley Judd, great-great-great granddaughter of two Union soldiers, as she takes us back 150 years for an intimate look at the North's battles and struggles during those bloody four years. From iconic artifacts like Old Glory to small objects like field medical kits and soldiers' photos, discover the stunning backstories of seemingly ordinary pieces from our past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Civil War 360 Season 1 Episode 3 - Fight For Freedom
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #2 - Fight For Freedom

    S1:E3

    A century and a half ago, North battled South in a conflict that would kill more Americans than any other war. The outcome would change our nation forever, and no one had more to gain, or to lose, than enslaved Americans. Join actor Dennis Haysbert as he looks at their struggles through the objects in the Smithsonian's collection. From a bloodstained map to the inkwell Lincoln used to write the Emancipation Proclamation, these artifacts transport us to a brutal and complicated time when our country tore itself apart.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Civil War 360 Season 1 Episode 2 - The Confederacy
    6.7/10(18 votes)

    #3 - The Confederacy

    S1:E2

    Millions of dollars worth of Confederate currency. Sheet music filled with boasts of triumph. J.E.B. Stuart's handgun. Smithsonian curators have collected thousands of objects from the Civil War, which collectively offer a rich understanding of the South's viewpoint during this pivotal era in American history. Join country music singer Trace Adkins, whose ancestor fought for the South, as he follows the rise and fall of the Confederacy, from the men who fought to define freedom on their own terms to those who were caught in the wake of war.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"The Union" is the best rated episode of "Civil War 360". It scored 7.3/10 based on 17 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/27/2013. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Fight For Freedom".