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How might lees brilliant successes at fredericksburg and chancellorsville contribute to his defeat at Gettysburg?
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leee may have been defeated because he was to over confident from his past 2 victoreis/...................
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What are some of the battles that Robert E. Lee win?
Chancellorsville - a brilliant tactical triumph that completely wrong-footed the Union General Joe Hooker. But it was also the beginning of the end for Lee. His 'right arm', Stonewall Jackson, was mortally wounded in this battle, and this is given as a major cause of Lee's defeat in the next big battle, Gettysburg. Also this was when Lee's health started to fail - possibly because of this psychological blow.
Why was Robert E. Lee so amazing?
Robert E. Lee was a Confederate general in the American Civil War. He developed tactics frequently enabling him to defeat a superior enemy in battle. He displayed brilliant strategy at the Battles of Chancellorsville, 2nd Bull Run, and Fredericksburg. (His biggest failure was Gettysburg.) When the German generals planned World War 1, they studied the strategy used by the Confederate Generals: Robert E. Lee, Joseph E. Johnson, Stonewall Jackson, Albert Sidney Johnson, Jeb Stuart, Jubal Early, and Nathaniel Forest (Get there the firstest with the mostest.)
What were the differences between the south experienced before and after the battle of Gettysburg?
Before Gettysbrg, they were revelling in their brilliant victory at Chancellorsville, darkened only by the death of Stonewall, and they were looking to raid the prosperous state of Pennsylvania for farm produce and many war supplies. This period has been known ever since as the Confederate High Watermark. After their defeat at Gettysburg, compounded by news of the liberation of the Mississippi, they could only straggle back to Virginia, where they would be in no state to conduct major campaigns for many months. It was a devastating psychological blow to the Confederates, from which they never recovered. It was also from this time that Lee's health began to decline, perhaps psychosomatic.
A collection of brilliant minds or a brilliant collection of minds?
just brilliant minds.
What was the biggest victory for the confederacy during the civil war?
Chancellorsville (May 1863) A brilliant victory that demonstrated Lee's two greatest talents - wrong-footing the enemy by refusing to fight on a field of their choosing, and ordering fast, bold, nimble attacks carried out by Stonewall Jackson. Stonewall, of course, was killed at this battle.
What are some of the battles that Robert E. Lee win?
Chancellorsville - a brilliant tactical triumph that completely wrong-footed the Union General Joe Hooker. But it was also the beginning of the end for Lee. His 'right arm', Stonewall Jackson, was mortally wounded in this battle, and this is given as a major cause of Lee's defeat in the next big battle, Gettysburg. Also this was when Lee's health started to fail - possibly because of this psychological blow.
What was the outcome of chancellorsville?
The Battle of Chancellorsville was in the end, won by the Confederacy tactically but it was a HUGE strategic failure. Because of a friendly fire incident, one of the Confederacy's best generals, Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, died of pneumonia through an infected wound. Many historians believe that had Jackson lived, the Confederacy would have won at Gettysburg. Lee would never find a general as brilliant as Jackson again.
How did Union General Joseph Hooker plan to win the Battle of Chancellorsville?
Union General Joseph Hooker had enough troops to win the Battle of Chancellorsville in 1863. His basic plan was to strike at Confederate General Lee's rear while he was still in position near Fredericksburg. Hooker envisioned a formal set piece battle with reversed fronts. Hooker underestimated Lee's brilliant tactics and suffered a defeat. Clearly this was part of the reason he was replaced as the commander of the Army of the Potomac.
Why was Robert E. Lee so amazing?
Robert E. Lee was a Confederate general in the American Civil War. He developed tactics frequently enabling him to defeat a superior enemy in battle. He displayed brilliant strategy at the Battles of Chancellorsville, 2nd Bull Run, and Fredericksburg. (His biggest failure was Gettysburg.) When the German generals planned World War 1, they studied the strategy used by the Confederate Generals: Robert E. Lee, Joseph E. Johnson, Stonewall Jackson, Albert Sidney Johnson, Jeb Stuart, Jubal Early, and Nathaniel Forest (Get there the firstest with the mostest.)
What happened in Chancellorsville during the Civil War?
Brilliant Confederate victory by Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson in May 1863, before the latter's mortal wounding by his own side (possibly deliberate). It was Lee's last great triumph. He managed to wrong-foot the otherwise successful Union General Joe Hooker, who was replaced. But he would soon be defeated at Gettysburg.
What were the differences between the south experienced before and after the battle of Gettysburg?
Before Gettysbrg, they were revelling in their brilliant victory at Chancellorsville, darkened only by the death of Stonewall, and they were looking to raid the prosperous state of Pennsylvania for farm produce and many war supplies. This period has been known ever since as the Confederate High Watermark. After their defeat at Gettysburg, compounded by news of the liberation of the Mississippi, they could only straggle back to Virginia, where they would be in no state to conduct major campaigns for many months. It was a devastating psychological blow to the Confederates, from which they never recovered. It was also from this time that Lee's health began to decline, perhaps psychosomatic.
Although lees most brilliant victory was the Battle of Chancellorsville why wont his army ever be the same again?
By mid 1863 the South was facing a shortage of men able to withstand the rigors of war. With the loss of approximately 12000 men in killed, wounded and missing, the Army of Northern Virginia would have difficulty in recovering that loss of manpower. Many of the wounded would eventually return but the over 1500 dead would not. Add to this the loss of one of Lee's ablest generals in the form of Stonewall Jackson, the damage was tremendous and irreparable. One other fact to point out is that the Battle of Gettysburg was exactly 2 months away and one can only wonder "what if" Chancellorsville had not occurred.
Is bill gates dumb?
No. He is brilliant and is one of the richest men in the world. He and his wife also contribute to making the world better through charitable programs.
What can you do to be brilliant?
To be brilliant, you can continuously seek to learn and grow, think critically and creatively, and always strive for excellence in whatever you do. Cultivating curiosity, perseverance, and open-mindedness can also contribute to brilliance. Additionally, surrounding yourself with diverse ideas, perspectives, and experiences can help expand your thinking and creativity.
Did Lee win a brilliant victory at Chancellorsville through the tactic of holding the high ground?
No, his tactic was splitting his army into two and outflanking the Union Army under General Joseph Hooker. This was an offensive tactic as opposed to the defensive tactic of holding high ground.
Why did the Battle of Chancellorsville represent such a costly lost for Robert E. Lee?
Because He lost General Stonewall Jackson, after he was wounded accidentally by his own troops, and died a few days later..Lee could never really replace this brilliant Corps commander.
What is the comparative or superlative for brilliant?
more brilliant, most brilliant
