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The Union army was commanded by the unlucky Irvin McDowell, who knew that his troops were not sufficiently trained for combat.

The Confederates were commanded by Joseph E. Johnston, who conceded some authority to P.G.T. Beauregard, on account of the latter's greater familiarity with the terrain.

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Q: Who were the main leaders on both sides at the first Battle of Bull Run in the civil war?
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