What year did the Civil War end?

The Civil War ended in 1865, marking a significant turning point in American history. This year is critical not only for the conclusion of the conflict but also for the subsequent efforts to reconstruct the nation in the wake of the war. The war officially ended with General Robert E. Lee's surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865, though fighting continued in some areas for a short time after that. The formal conclusion was recognized with the signing of various surrender documents, leading to the important 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery. This moment represents a turning point in the United States, affecting social, political, and economic structures for generations to come.