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A Very Sick Man
Historians have praised the Army of Northern Virginia for running like a well-oiled machine. It performed remarkably well in the field, facing opposing armies twice its size, and the Confederates routinely won those encounters. The Army of Northern Virginia’s battlefield success is even more fascinating when considering the sick old man who led it.
Robert E. Lee’s health during the Civil War has…
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Siege Warfare in the American Civil War
Siege warfare played a significant role in the American Civil War, reflecting strategic, technological, and engineering innovations. The sieges during this period were instrumental in determining the control of critical territories and influencing the momentum of the war.
Engineering Innovations
The Civil War sieges showcased significant engineering innovations, particularly in constructing and…
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A Civil War Environmental Park
Vicksburg National Military Park, established in 1899, is a quintessential location for Civil War enthusiasts and nature lovers, spanning over 1,728 acres of land that was once the scene of a pivotal conflict in American history. This park is a memorial to one of the Civil War’s most significant campaigns and a preservation of the area’s natural beauty and ecosystem, making it a unique…
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Lee's Lost Gamble
Robert E. Lee is often celebrated for his tactical genius and the respect he commanded from both his men and his adversaries. Yet, his strategic decisions reveal a mixture of brilliant maneuvers and critical missteps. Lee could be brilliant in executing maneuvers against numerically larger opposing armies and, at other times, make poor judgments that generated high casualty figures. There is one…
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Shiloh is Worth a Visit
Spring is here, and the time is right to plan a Civil War vacation you will remember for the rest of your life. A great place to visit in the coming weeks is down the Mississippi River at Pittsburg Landing, Tennessee. It is best known as the Shiloh battleground.
Shiloh National Military Park is a cornerstone for Civil War enthusiasts, capturing the epic scale of conflict that marked one of the…
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Sherman's Biggest Mistake
General William Tecumseh Sherman, renowned for his critical role in the Union victory during the American Civil War, is often remembered for his “hard war” tactics and the strategic brilliance of his campaigns, notably the March to the Sea and the capture of Atlanta. However, not all of Sherman’s decisions were met with acclaim. One particular action during the Atlanta Campaign stands out as a…
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The Devil of Andersonville
Prison camps in the American Civil War were notorious for unsanitary and inhumane conditions. The one that stood out was the Confederate prisoner-of-war camp, Andersonville. It was a scene of terrible conditions, and the man in charge was Henry Wirz, the Civil War veteran who was tried and convicted as a war criminal.
Henry Wirz, born in Switzerland, served in the Confederate Army during the…
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Grant and the Frontal Charge
The frontal charge is a battlefield tactic used during the American Civil War that gives an advantage at a heavy cost. If successful, the frontal assault can overwhelm an enemy and force a route. However, whether successful or not, this maneuver can inflict heavy casualties on the attacking army. Ulysses S. Grant used the frontal assault several times with varying degrees of success.
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Benjamin Cheatham and Spring Hill
The Army of Tennessee was a textbook example of what might have been. The rank-and-file soldiers were exceptionally brave, but the Army’s leadership was questionable. Some egos affected the overall performance, and corps commanders frequently quarreled. A prominent corps commander was Benjamin Cheatham. His performance during the Battle of Spring Hill has been a topic of vigorous debate.
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Bragg's follies
Certain names conjure images of strategic brilliance or tragic defeats in the American Civil War. Yet no figure straddles that line as tenuously as Braxton Bragg. His legacy is one of a reluctant general, a complicated character, and a military leader who might have changed the course of history if not for his own follies. There lay within the general a tale of hubris and an undying resolve to…
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Blunders of Ben Butler
Major General Benjamin Butler was a political general of the American Civil War. He did not owe his rank to military success or strategic competence but his political connections. Butler gained fame by capturing New Orleans in 1862. That positive image was tarnished by his actions in 1864. Butler was hopelessly incompetent.
Bermuda Hundred
Beginning in May 1864, the Bermuda Hundred Campaign was a…
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Jackson's Triumph in Shenandoah
The Shenandoah Valley Campaign, led by Confederate General Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson in 1862, remains one of the most studied military endeavors in the history of the American Civil War. This campaign showcased Jackson’s tactical genius and played a pivotal role in buoying Confederate morale during a crucial phase of the war. It made Jackson a bone-fide war hero for the South.
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McClellan Missed His Chance
The Peninsular Campaign, a significant military operation during the American Civil War, aimed to capture the Confederate capital of Richmond by advancing the Union Army of the Potomac up the Virginia Peninsula. This ambitious maneuver, led by Major General George B. McClellan from March to July 1862, was ultimately marked by its failure to achieve its strategic objectives. The campaign’s…
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The Failed Strategy
The American Civil War was marked by numerous strategic decisions that significantly influenced its outcome. The choices were not always the best. One was the Confederacy’s choice of military strategy. Initially, the Confederate States of America (CSA) adopted a defensive posture akin to the Fabian strategy employed by General Fabius Maximus in the Second Punic War. However, as the war…
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Confederate Innovators
The American Civil War was characterized by numerous battles, strategic maneuvers, and the emergence of military leaders whose tactics have been studied for over a century. On the Confederate side, several commanders stood out for their innovative approaches despite daunting odds. Their actions, often born out of necessity due to limited resources and manpower, showcase a range of military…
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Union Battlefield Innovators of the Civil War
The American Civil War witnessed a dynamic shift in military tactics and strategies, with several Union officers emerging as battlefield innovators. While the Union Army had its share of brilliant leaders, some stood out as true battlefield innovators. Through their audacious thinking and adaptability, these commanders played pivotal roles in changing the course of the war. Four Union officers…
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Lee's Cannoneer
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