Historical Events tagged with "jubal early"
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Cedar Creek Crushes Last Confederate Threat
The Battle of Cedar Creek was a significant confrontation in the American Civil War, taking place in Virginia. On this day, Union forces led by General Philip Sheridan clashed with Confederate troops under General Jubal Early. After an initial surprise attack by Early's forces, Sheridan rallied his men, launching a decisive counterattack that turned the tide of the battle. By the end of the day, the Union secured a decisive victory, effectively ending the Confederate threat to Washington, D.C.
Continue ReadingUnion Victory at the Battle of Cedar Creek
Union troops under General Philip Sheridan achieved a decisive victory against Confederate forces led by General Jubal Early in the Shenandoah Valley. Engaging over 50,000 soldiers, the Battle of Cedar Creek became the largest confrontation in this strategically significant region. Sheridan’s forces executed a surprise attack that turned the tide of battle, bolstered Union morale, and secured vital supply lines. The Union victory marked a turning point in the Shenandoah Valley Campaign of the Civil War.
Continue ReadingConfederate Attack on Fort Stevens
Confederate forces launched an assault on Fort Stevens, aiming to breach the defensive perimeter of Washington, D.C. Under the command of General Jubal A. Early, the Confederates sought to capitalize on Union vulnerabilities. The battle was notable for the involvement of President Abraham Lincoln, who visited the front lines to assess the situation. The confrontation highlighted the imperiled state of the Union's capital amidst the ongoing Civil War.
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