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The Union's General Grant and the Confederate's General Johnston engaged in a terrible battle at?
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What battle made the union retreat back to Washington D.C.?
The First Battle of Bull Run, fought on July 21, 1861, marked the first major battle of the American Civil War and resulted in a Confederate victory. The Union forces, under General Irvin McDowell, were initially hopeful of a quick victory, but faced fierce resistance from Confederate troops led by Generals Thomas Jackson and P.G.T. Beauregard. The Union's defeat led to a chaotic retreat back to Washington, D.C., shattering the North's expectations for a swift end to the conflict. This battle underscored the war's potential for prolonged and bloody engagement.
Confederate commander at Fort Sumter?
General PGT Beauregard.the commander of fort Sumter was Robert Anderson
Which event happened before General Lee moved his forces out of Pennsylvania in 1863?
battle of gettysburg
What was the most northern battle in the civil war?
The most northern battle of the American Civil War was the Battle of Gettysburg, fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863. Located in Pennsylvania, it marked a significant turning point in the war, as Union forces, led by General George Meade, successfully repelled the Confederate Army under General Robert E. Lee. The battle resulted in heavy casualties on both sides and is often considered a pivotal moment that shifted the momentum in favor of the Union.
Who took command of the south for the Battle of Antietam?
Confederate General led the Confederate army at the Battle of Antietam in September of 1862. Lee lost the battle and had to retreat back to Virginia. Union General George B. McClellan led the Union army to the victory.
What Confederate general believed himself personally responsible for the Confederate losses at the Battle of Gettysburg?
. . . . . . . . . . Confederate General Lee personally believed himself responsible for the 23,000 killed at Gettsyburg, Pennsylvania. - S0L . . . . . . . . . .
What Confederate general was Union General William Rosencrans' foe when he was placed as commander of the Army of the Cumberland?
When General William Rosencrans was placed in charge of the Army of the Cumberland, he had to face Confederate General Braxton Bragg. At the battle of Stone's River, Rosencrans forced Bragg to retreat. The casualties in that battle were severe for both sides. Twenty four thousand casualties were the result. Rosencrans rallied on the second day of the battle and forced Bragg to retreat.
What battle of the US Civil War was fought in Pennsylvania?
The major battle of the US Civil War was the Battle of Gettysburg. It was a three day battle at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. General Meade's Army of the Potomac forces Lee to retreat back to Virginia.
What Confederate general whose nickname was acquired after his refusal to retreat in battle even in the face of overwhelming odds?
Gen. Thomas Jonathan 'Stonewall' Jackson
Who was the union general winner at the battle of Gettysburg but let the confederate army successfully retreat?
The Union general who won the Battle of Gettysburg was Major General George G. Meade. Despite his victory from July 1 to July 3, 1863, he allowed the Confederate Army, led by General Robert E. Lee, to retreat back to Virginia. Meade's decision to not pursue Lee aggressively after the battle has been a topic of historical debate regarding its potential impact on the war. The battle marked a significant turning point in the Civil War, but the Confederate army managed to escape with a substantial portion of its forces intact.
Did the Confederate side retreat or advance in the Battle of Fort Sumter?
In the April 1861 the battle of Fort Sumter led to the Union's surrender of the fort to Confederate forces.
Who was the confederate general of the battle of petersburg?
General Robert E. Lee was in overall command of the Confederate forces at the battle of Petersburg.
What is another name for the confederate battle cry that is two words and starts with an r?
Correct answer: rebel yell Incorrect answer: Retreat! Retreat!
What was the Confederate advantage when Braxton Bragg won the US Civil War Battle of Chickamauga?
Based on Union General Rosencrans' retreat to Chattanooga after the Battle of Chickamauga, Confederate General Bragg could take a position on the south side of the Tennessee River. In this position Bragg could force a greater retreat by the Union army because Bragg could cut the rail link Rosencrans needed to bring in supplies.
How many armies were in the Battle of Gettysburg?
Confederate General Robert E. Lee and his Army of Northern Virginia were planning to make a significant raid on Harrisburg Pennsylvania. Northern forces of the Army of the Potomac were sent to not allow that to happen. By strictly chance the two opposing armies met at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It was a three day battle in which the North and Union General George Meade won. This forced Lee to retreat back to Virginia.
Which battle of the civil war did the union force the confederacy to retreat from Pennsylvania?
Gettysburg
