On this day in the Civil War, Confederate General Richard Taylor becomes commander of the Army of Tennessee. This army now has less than 18,000 soldiers.
Richard Taylor
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January 23, 1865
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January 22, 1862
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On this day in the Civil War, Confederate General Henry Wise is named to command rebel troops on Roanoke Island.
Henry Wise
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January 21, 1862
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On this day in the Civil War, Union troops commanded by General John McClernand occupy the vicinity of Columbus, Kentucky.
John McClernand
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January 20, 1863
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On this day in the Civil War, the Federal Army of the Potomac gets bogged down in difficult weather conditions in its attempt to gain control of Fredericksburg, Virginia. General Burnside commands this action.
Fredericksburg, Virginia
January 19, 1862
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On this day in the Civil War, Rebel forces are defeated at the Battle of Mill Springs, Kentucky. The victorious Union troops are commanded by General George Thomas.
George Thomas
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