Historical Events tagged with "george thomas"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Military & Warfare

Destruction of the Confederate Army at Nashville

December 15th, 1864 160 years ago

The Battle of Nashville marked a critical engagement in the American Civil War, as Union forces under General George H. Thomas decisively defeated Confederate General John Bell Hood's Army of Tennessee. Fighting began on December 15 and concluded the following day, leading to significant casualties and the collapse of Confederate defensive positions. With Hood's forces routed, the Union secured a vital victory in the Western Theater, impacting the future course of the war and the Confederacy's ability to sustain its military efforts.

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Military & Warfare

Confederate Loss at Battle of Mill Springs

January 19th, 1862 163 years ago

The Battle of Mill Springs marked a significant defeat for the Confederacy, occurring in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Union forces, led by Brigadier General George H. Thomas, decisively engaged Confederate troops under General Felix Zollicoffer. This strategic confrontation resulted in a Union victory, showcasing the effectiveness of Thomas's command and marking a pivotal moment in early Civil War operations.

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