Animated Map Activity Go to the animated map of
... Identify Pelham’s position from which he attacked the Union Line and circle this with your red pencil or crayon. What effect did Pelham’s attack have on Army of the Potomac? _Pelham killed many Union soldiers and through his position along their side he deceived the Union Army, making them believe t ...
... Identify Pelham’s position from which he attacked the Union Line and circle this with your red pencil or crayon. What effect did Pelham’s attack have on Army of the Potomac? _Pelham killed many Union soldiers and through his position along their side he deceived the Union Army, making them believe t ...
Civil War Battles
... against Hooker’s orders, Hooker himself lost his nerve and withdrew rather than advance, no preparations were made when it was clear that Jackson was going to attack the flank); Confederacy was once again able to best a force twice its size, largely due to Lee’s superior leadership; Stonewall Jackso ...
... against Hooker’s orders, Hooker himself lost his nerve and withdrew rather than advance, no preparations were made when it was clear that Jackson was going to attack the flank); Confederacy was once again able to best a force twice its size, largely due to Lee’s superior leadership; Stonewall Jackso ...
Civil War
... General McDowell (N) vs. S. Stonewall Jackson who emerges as key leader Demonstrates S is a formidable opponent, war will not be over quickly N retreats to DC McDowell is replaced by McClellan: good trainer, organizer, but has “the slows” Seven Days Battle: Summer of 1862 (June 25-July 1) ...
... General McDowell (N) vs. S. Stonewall Jackson who emerges as key leader Demonstrates S is a formidable opponent, war will not be over quickly N retreats to DC McDowell is replaced by McClellan: good trainer, organizer, but has “the slows” Seven Days Battle: Summer of 1862 (June 25-July 1) ...
Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area Guide
... Place where exhibits tell Civil War stories of the canal including the experiences of Ferry Hill resident Henry Kyd Douglas who grew up there and later served on Gen. Stonewall Jackson’s staff during the Maryland Campaign. Situated on a high bluff overlooking the Potomac River, along Rt. 34 near Sha ...
... Place where exhibits tell Civil War stories of the canal including the experiences of Ferry Hill resident Henry Kyd Douglas who grew up there and later served on Gen. Stonewall Jackson’s staff during the Maryland Campaign. Situated on a high bluff overlooking the Potomac River, along Rt. 34 near Sha ...
GettysburgTrailMaps
... lurched north toward Emmitsburg and east into Carroll County on a dual mission to confront the invaders and protect Baltimore and Washington, D.C., along the “Pipe Creek Line.” Stuart, meanwhile, separated from Lee, conducted a cavalry raid east of the main Federal army. Although Stuart captured 125 ...
... lurched north toward Emmitsburg and east into Carroll County on a dual mission to confront the invaders and protect Baltimore and Washington, D.C., along the “Pipe Creek Line.” Stuart, meanwhile, separated from Lee, conducted a cavalry raid east of the main Federal army. Although Stuart captured 125 ...
The Battle of Front Royal Driving Tour
... The “Wise Troop” quickly rode forward capturing the Union picket line without a shot being fired. The Federal Company of Marylanders stationed around the courthouse was completely unaware of the Southern advance. We will proceed back on Browntown Road by making a left. Follow it until it intersects ...
... The “Wise Troop” quickly rode forward capturing the Union picket line without a shot being fired. The Federal Company of Marylanders stationed around the courthouse was completely unaware of the Southern advance. We will proceed back on Browntown Road by making a left. Follow it until it intersects ...
Battle of Wyse Fork
... hands on. They built a “U” shaped earthwork east of the British Road, stretching across the lower Trent Road and Dover Road, anchored at Wyse Fork. The Confederates moved toward Wyse Fork and dug in along British Road and behind Mill Branch forming an upside down “L”. March 9th was one of skirmishin ...
... hands on. They built a “U” shaped earthwork east of the British Road, stretching across the lower Trent Road and Dover Road, anchored at Wyse Fork. The Confederates moved toward Wyse Fork and dug in along British Road and behind Mill Branch forming an upside down “L”. March 9th was one of skirmishin ...
The American Civil War (1861–1865) was a separatist conflict
... massed was the "column," varying from 1 to 10 or more companies wide and from 8 to 20 or more ranks deep. Less compact than column or line was "open-order" deployment: a strung-out, irregular single line. Battle lines delivered the most firepower defensively and offensively. Offensive firepower alon ...
... massed was the "column," varying from 1 to 10 or more companies wide and from 8 to 20 or more ranks deep. Less compact than column or line was "open-order" deployment: a strung-out, irregular single line. Battle lines delivered the most firepower defensively and offensively. Offensive firepower alon ...
The Civil War – Create A Living Timeline Overview Students will
... Additional information to share with students: On November 7, 1861, U.S. Captain Samuel F. Dupont’s warships silenced Confederate guns in Fort Walker and Fort Beauregard. This victory enabled General Thomas W. Sherman’s troops to occupy first Port Royal and then all the famous Sea Islands of ...
... Additional information to share with students: On November 7, 1861, U.S. Captain Samuel F. Dupont’s warships silenced Confederate guns in Fort Walker and Fort Beauregard. This victory enabled General Thomas W. Sherman’s troops to occupy first Port Royal and then all the famous Sea Islands of ...
Antietam:Article Template
... The Union wins if it breaks through the Confederates in any of the phases. It is a total Union victory if they cut off the Confederate line of retreat through Sharpsbur g i.e. complete domination of any phase. The Confederacy wins if the Union fails to break through in any phase. The battle is drawn ...
... The Union wins if it breaks through the Confederates in any of the phases. It is a total Union victory if they cut off the Confederate line of retreat through Sharpsbur g i.e. complete domination of any phase. The Confederacy wins if the Union fails to break through in any phase. The battle is drawn ...
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... Rose O’Neal Greenhow was a fervent secessionist and a renowned spy. She used her charms and looks to gather information from northern generals and sent them to Confederate officials. Jefferson Davis credited Rose with winning the battle of Manasses for her spying. She sent a message to General Pierr ...
... Rose O’Neal Greenhow was a fervent secessionist and a renowned spy. She used her charms and looks to gather information from northern generals and sent them to Confederate officials. Jefferson Davis credited Rose with winning the battle of Manasses for her spying. She sent a message to General Pierr ...
And So the Murderous Work Went On
... McClellan’s Peninsula campaign, the spring effort to capture the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia. Though McClellan’s Army of the Potomac constituted the largest assembly of Union troops and material to date, McClellan frequently found his plans foiled by the new commander of the Army of No ...
... McClellan’s Peninsula campaign, the spring effort to capture the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia. Though McClellan’s Army of the Potomac constituted the largest assembly of Union troops and material to date, McClellan frequently found his plans foiled by the new commander of the Army of No ...
Union Preserved, Freedom Secured
... needed to get troops below Vicksburg, that is, south of Vicksburg and on the same side of the river as the Confederate defenders, that is, the east side of the river. Narrator: Grant opted for a daring move. The gunboats and several transports loaded with supplies would float past Vicksburg at night ...
... needed to get troops below Vicksburg, that is, south of Vicksburg and on the same side of the river as the Confederate defenders, that is, the east side of the river. Narrator: Grant opted for a daring move. The gunboats and several transports loaded with supplies would float past Vicksburg at night ...
This person was the Union general that LOST at
... This person sent a message to McClellan telling him to “destroy the rebel army if possible” after Antietam. ...
... This person sent a message to McClellan telling him to “destroy the rebel army if possible” after Antietam. ...
Battle of Appomattox Court House
... document completed around 4 p.m., April 9.[18][19][20] As Lee left the house and rode away, Grant's men began cheering in celebration, but Grant ordered an immediate stop. "I at once sent word, however, to have it stopped," he said. "The Confederates were now our countrymen, and we did not want to e ...
... document completed around 4 p.m., April 9.[18][19][20] As Lee left the house and rode away, Grant's men began cheering in celebration, but Grant ordered an immediate stop. "I at once sent word, however, to have it stopped," he said. "The Confederates were now our countrymen, and we did not want to e ...
Robert E. Lee
... Jefferson Davis on many military decisions. Lee was assigned control of the Army of Northern Virginia in 1862 because General Joseph E. Johnston had been shot. The press and his soldiers criticized Lee for tactical errors. However, he developed an aggressive approach that enabled him to win battles ...
... Jefferson Davis on many military decisions. Lee was assigned control of the Army of Northern Virginia in 1862 because General Joseph E. Johnston had been shot. The press and his soldiers criticized Lee for tactical errors. However, he developed an aggressive approach that enabled him to win battles ...
ch21TheFurnaceofCivilWar
... i. Departed with the Southern wing of the party ii. Leader Stephan Douglas died 7 weeks before the war started. Lacking a leader, the Democrats were divided iii. War Democrats supported the Lincoln administration iv. Peace Democrats did not v. Copperheads – extreme Democrats who obstructed the war t ...
... i. Departed with the Southern wing of the party ii. Leader Stephan Douglas died 7 weeks before the war started. Lacking a leader, the Democrats were divided iii. War Democrats supported the Lincoln administration iv. Peace Democrats did not v. Copperheads – extreme Democrats who obstructed the war t ...
Lesson Plan - Madame Tussauds
... Jefferson Davis on many military decisions. Lee was assigned control of the Army of Northern Virginia in 1862 because General Joseph E. Johnston had been shot. The press and his soldiers criticized Lee for tactical errors. However, he developed an aggressive approach that enabled him to win battles ...
... Jefferson Davis on many military decisions. Lee was assigned control of the Army of Northern Virginia in 1862 because General Joseph E. Johnston had been shot. The press and his soldiers criticized Lee for tactical errors. However, he developed an aggressive approach that enabled him to win battles ...
Unit 4: Civil War and Reconstruction
... 1. Gen. Lee & Stonewall Jackson led Confederates to victory in 3 days 2. Stonewall Jackson killed after the battle due to mistake by Southern troops 3. Lee stated, “I have lost my right arm” XV. Gettysburg (PA) July 1863 A. Lee invaded Pennsylvania thinking he could win a major victory on Northern s ...
... 1. Gen. Lee & Stonewall Jackson led Confederates to victory in 3 days 2. Stonewall Jackson killed after the battle due to mistake by Southern troops 3. Lee stated, “I have lost my right arm” XV. Gettysburg (PA) July 1863 A. Lee invaded Pennsylvania thinking he could win a major victory on Northern s ...
Second Battle of Drewry`s Bluff
... Butler remained cautious, however, giving Beauregard time to concentrate his forces. On May 16 at dawn, Ransom’s Confederate division opened an attack on Butler’s right flank, routing many units. Subsequent attacks lost direction in the fog, but the Federals were disorganized and demoralized. After ...
... Butler remained cautious, however, giving Beauregard time to concentrate his forces. On May 16 at dawn, Ransom’s Confederate division opened an attack on Butler’s right flank, routing many units. Subsequent attacks lost direction in the fog, but the Federals were disorganized and demoralized. After ...
The First Years of the Civil War
... decided to surround the force and capture it. He divided his army into four columns, three of which converged upon and invested Harpers Ferry. On September 15, after Confederate artillery was placed on the heights overlooking the town, Union commander Col. Miles surrendered the garrison of more than ...
... decided to surround the force and capture it. He divided his army into four columns, three of which converged upon and invested Harpers Ferry. On September 15, after Confederate artillery was placed on the heights overlooking the town, Union commander Col. Miles surrendered the garrison of more than ...
gettysburg 2013 xi
... swiftness, alert subordinates and creative deception. More than once was the flamboyant yet unavailing Army of the Potomac commander, George McClellan, convinced that he was up against two or three times the number of Confederates than were actually present on his front during his abortive, costly, ...
... swiftness, alert subordinates and creative deception. More than once was the flamboyant yet unavailing Army of the Potomac commander, George McClellan, convinced that he was up against two or three times the number of Confederates than were actually present on his front during his abortive, costly, ...
1 Standard 8.80 Lesson
... upon the governors and states of the Union to furnish him with 75,000 soldiers, he asked for an enlistment of only 90 days. When the Confederacy moved its capital to Richmond, Virginia, 100 miles from Washington, everyone expected a decisive battle to take place on the ground between the two cities. ...
... upon the governors and states of the Union to furnish him with 75,000 soldiers, he asked for an enlistment of only 90 days. When the Confederacy moved its capital to Richmond, Virginia, 100 miles from Washington, everyone expected a decisive battle to take place on the ground between the two cities. ...
Focus: If the South`s strategy for victory was to fight a defensive war
... provided information of a withdrawal by McClellan; as a result, Lee shifted thousands of troops. The Southerner's military shrewdness kept him from accepting false stories planted for his benefit, and Lee himself once inserted a fake in Confederate papers. ...
... provided information of a withdrawal by McClellan; as a result, Lee shifted thousands of troops. The Southerner's military shrewdness kept him from accepting false stories planted for his benefit, and Lee himself once inserted a fake in Confederate papers. ...
Battle of Malvern Hill
The Battle of Malvern Hill, also known as the Battle of Poindexter's Farm, was fought on July 1, 1862 between the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia, led by Gen. Robert E. Lee, and the Union Army of the Potomac under Maj. Gen. George B. McClellan. It was the final battle of the Seven Days Battles during the American Civil War, taking place on a 130-foot (40 m) elevation of land known as Malvern Hill, near the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia and just one mile (1.6 km) from the James River. More than fifty thousand soldiers from each side took part, using more than two hundred pieces of artillery and three warships.The Seven Days Battles were the climax of the Peninsula Campaign, during which McClellan's Army of the Potomac sailed around the Confederate lines, landed at the tip of the Virginia Peninsula, southeast of Richmond, and struck inland towards the Confederate capital. Confederate commander-in-chief Joseph E. Johnston fended off McClellan's repeated attempts to take the city, slowing Union progress on the peninsula to a crawl. When Johnston was wounded, Lee took command and launched a series of counterattacks, collectively called the Seven Days Battles. These attacks culminated in the action on Malvern Hill.The Union's V Corps, commanded by Brig. Gen. Fitz John Porter, took up positions on the hill on June 30. McClellan was not present for the initial exchanges of the battle, having boarded the ironclad USS Galena and sailed down the James River to inspect Harrison's Landing, where he intended to locate the base for his army. Confederate preparations were hindered by several mishaps. Bad maps and faulty guides caused Confederate Maj. Gen. John Magruder to be late for the battle, an excess of caution delayed Maj. Gen. Benjamin Huger, and Maj. Gen. Stonewall Jackson had problems collecting the Confederate artillery. The battle occurred in stages: an initial exchange of artillery fire, a minor charge by Confederate Brig. Gen. Lewis Armistead, and three successive waves of Confederate infantry charges triggered by unclear orders from Lee and the actions of Maj. Gens. Magruder and D. H. Hill, respectively. In each phase, the effectiveness of the Federal artillery was the deciding factor, repulsing attack after attack, resulting in a tactical Union victory. After the battle, McClellan and his forces withdrew from Malvern Hill to Harrison's Landing, where he remained until August 16. His plan to capture Richmond had been thwarted.In the course of four hours, a series of blunders in planning and communication had caused Lee's forces to launch three failed frontal infantry assaults across hundreds of yards of open ground, unsupported by Confederate artillery, charging toward firmly entrenched Union infantry and artillery defenses. These errors provided Union forces with an opportunity to inflict heavy casualties. In the aftermath of the battle, however, the Confederate press heralded Lee as the savior of Richmond. In stark contrast, McClellan was accused of being absent from the battlefield, a harsh criticism that haunted him when he ran for president in 1864.