On this day in the Civil War, the Battle of Groveton occurs with both sides suffering many casualties. The Federal troops are commanded by General Rufus King.
General Rufus King
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August 28, 1862
Posted: August 28, 2016 in On this Day in the Civil WarTags: american civil war, american history, confederate, On this Day in the Civil War, the american civil war, the civil war, union
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August 27, 1861
Posted: August 27, 2016 in On this Day in the Civil WarTags: american civil war, american history, confederate, On this Day in the Civil War, the american civil war, the civil war, union
On this day in the Civil War, Union troops land at Cape Hatteras, North Carolina and seize control of the forts in the area.
This move is designed to stop Southern blockade runners.
Blockade Runner
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August 26, 1862
Posted: August 26, 2016 in On this Day in the Civil WarTags: american civil war, american history, confederate, manassas junction, On this Day in the Civil War, stonewall jackson, the american civil war, the civil war, union
On this day in the Civil War, Confederate troops under General Stonewall Jackson seize the rail line at Manassas Junction.
General Jackson’s strategy is to, “Always mystify, mislead and surprise the enemy if possible.”
August 25, 1862
Posted: August 25, 2016 in On this Day in the Civil WarTags: american civil war, american history, confederate, edwin stanton, On this Day in the Civil War, the american civil war, the civil war, union
On this day in the Civil War, Union Secretary of War Edwin Stanton sends orders providing for the enlistment of black soldiers.
Edwin Stanton
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August 24, 1861
Posted: August 24, 2016 in On this Day in the Civil WarTags: american civil war, american history, confederate, On this Day in the Civil War, the american civil war, the civil war, union
On this day in the Civil War, Confederate leaders John Slidell, James Mason and Pierre Rost are appointed commissioners to Europe.
John Slidell
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