The Battle of Missionary Ridge was fought in late November during a critical phase of the American Civil War. The battle unfolded as Union forces, commanded by General Ulysses S. Grant, sought to lift the Confederate siege of Chattanooga, which had put the city into a dire situation since the previous month. Grant, after securing a series of strategic victories, aimed to exploit the weaknesses in Confederate defenses led by General Braxton Bragg, who had established strong positions on the surrounding ridges. The Union's initial plan involved a coordinated assault, but the troops began to advance up Missionary Ridge in an uncontrolled charge, a move initially met with some confusion.As the Union soldiers pressed forward, they found themselves caught in a fierce confrontation with Confederate forces defending on the ridge. Despite the chaotic nature of their advance, the Union troops demonstrated incredible determination. Notably, a pivotal moment came when they managed to break through the Confederate defenses and take control of the ridge itself. This victory was not only significant in terms of troop morale but also played a crucial role in the wider military campaigns that followed in the western theater. The success at Missionary Ridge allowed the Union to maintain its strategic position in the region and paved the way for further offensive operations against Confederate forces.