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On this day in the Civil War, Port Hudson, Louisiana, where Confederate troops are positioned, is subject to bombardments from Union gunboats under the command of Admiral David Farragut.

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Admiral David Farragut

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On this day in the Civil War, General Robert E. Lee is given the responsibility to oversee Confederate military positions.

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General Robert E. Lee

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On this day in the Civil War,  in Fayetteville, North Carolina, soldiers in General Sherman’s army destroy all machinery, industries, and transport facilities which might be of use to the Confederates.

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General Sherman

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On this day in the Civil War, President Lincoln removes General George McClellan from his command as General-in-Chief of the Union armies. McClellan is given the Army of the Potomac and he will be under the direction of the Secretary of War.

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General George McClellan and staff

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On this day in the Civil War, General Grant confers with General Meade, commander of the Army of the Potomac, at Brandy Station.

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General George Meade

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