The Civil War (1990)

S1E9 The Better Angels of Our Nature: 1865

This remarkable concluding episode of The Civil War opens with the bittersweet feelings following Lee's surrender and soon leads to the tragic events of April 14, when Lincoln is assassinated. Following a touching tribute at Lincoln's funeral, the narrative explores the war's closing days, the pursuit and capture of John Wilkes Booth, and the destinies of key figures from the conflict. The episode also reflects on the war's profound impact, highlighting its role in shaping the United States from a group of states into a unified nation.