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The Bloody Battles of the Civil War: Union and Confederate Clashes in 1862-1863

Dive into the intense and pivotal battles of the American Civil War, focusing on the Union's efforts to control the Tennessee River and the Mississippi River system. Experience the harrowing day in September 1862, marked by 23,000 casualties, the bloodiest in U.S. history. Explore key events including Union victories in December 1862, the strategic outmaneuvering by Confederate forces, and the introduction of ironclads like the USS Monitor and CSS Virginia. Discover the turmoil and shifting fortunes that defined this brutal conflict.

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The Bloody Battles of the Civil War: Union and Confederate Clashes in 1862-1863

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  1. 17.2 (p.490-495) No Easy Victory

  2. April 1862 TN; UNION trying to control TN River – part of MS River system; very bloody battle; UNION victory (Grant)

  3. Sept. 1862 MD; CONF troops heading for Washington, DC; 23,000 casualties in 1 day (bloodiest day in US history);UNION claims victory Dec. 1862 VA; UNION troops heading for Richmond; CONF victory; UNION’S worst loss May 1863 VA; thickly-wooded ground; CONF outmaneuvers UNION; Stonewall Jackson killed; CONF victory 9 10 11

  4. Gen. AMBROSE BURNSIDE (UNION) (West Point, Mexican War) Replaced Gen. McClellan in the east

  5. IRONCLADS CSS VIRGINIA USS MONITOR fought CSS Virginia to a tie; ironclads used on MS River & blockade destroyed 2 Union ships; drove 3 others aground

  6. USS Monitor vs. CSS Virginia

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