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On this day in the Civil War, Confederate troops under General Jubal Early route Federal forces under General George Crook at Kernstown, Virginia.
The Federal forces sustain almost 1,200 casualties during the battle.
General George Crook
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On this day in the Civil War, Union troops under Union General William French push through Manassas Gap but are delayed by Confederate forces.
The Confederate action stops General Meade’s attempt to cut General Lee’s army in two.
General William “Blinky” French
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On this day in the Civil War, Union General James McPherson is killed by Confederates at the Battle of Atlanta.
Union troops suffer over 3,700 casualties during the days fighting.
General James McPherson
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On this day in the Civil War, Union troops commanded by General Irwin McDowell clash with Confederate forces commanded by Generals P.G.T. Beauregard and Joseph E. Johnston at the Battle of First Bull Run (known as First Manassas in the south). After initial success, the Federal troops are routed by the Confederates and flee back to Washington City.
During this battle Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson earns the nickname “Stonewall”. In attempting to encourage his retreating troops, Southern General Bernard Bee saw Jackson standing calmly and yelled, “There stands Jackson like a stone wall! Rally behind the Virginians.”
This conflict becomes the first major land battle of the Civil War.
On this day in the Civil War, Confederate forces under General Hood attack the Federal army at the Battle of Peach Tree Creek, Georgia.
Confederate casualties total 4,800 and Federal losses are 1,800 out of 40,000 troops engaged.
Federal General George Thomas commands the Federal troops in the Battle.
General George Thomas
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