Historical Events tagged with "overlandcampaign"
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The Clash at Spotsylvania Court House Concludes
The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, fought in Virginia, marked one of the significant engagements during the American Civil War. Lasting from May 8 to May 21, 1864, it was part of Ulysses S. Grant’s Overland Campaign, aiming to engage the Confederate Army led by Robert E. Lee directly. The battle was characterized by brutal trench warfare and heavy casualties on both sides, totaling over 30,000. The fighting over the Mule Shoe Salient was particularly intense, with vicious combat taking place in a small area, leading to a stalemate. Ultimately, Grant’s forces pushed forward, although not without tremendous loss, showcasing the war's grueling nature and the persistence of both armies.
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