Montgomery
Country: United States
Region: North America
Period: 1861
Location: 32.3675°N, -86.3°E
Description
Montgomery, Alabama, briefly served as the first capital of the Confederate States of America in 1861. Located on the Alabama River, it was a key political and transportation hub in the American South during the Civil War era.
Modern Remains
Today, Montgomery preserves its Civil War history through landmarks like the First White House of the Confederacy and the Alabama State Capitol. However, the city is also renowned for its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement, symbolizing a complex legacy of conflict, change, and progress in American history.