Lead: One hundred and fifty years ago the Republic was facing its greatest crisis. This continuing series examines the American Civil War. It is A House Divided. Intro.: A Moment in Time with Dan Roberts. Content: While the American Civil War continued from 1861-1865, major combat often shifted from one state or theater to another, came in fits and starts, with idle periods for refitting and rest punctuated by intensive campaigns and major battles. One way of looking at the war is to see it in phases. Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab Download [106.54 KB] Share