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History & Social Studies · Grades 3–4

Civil War

noun

A war between citizens of the same country.

Example Sentences

"The American Civil War was fought from 1861 to 1865 over slavery and states' rights."

"Many countries have experienced civil wars throughout history."

Synonyms & Related Terms

internal warsectional conflict

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