New Confederate commander John Bell Hood crafts a plan to prevent William T. Sherman’s Federals from approaching Atlanta, which involves attacking one of Sherman’s three armies while keeping the other two at bay.
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Sherman Prepares to Move Again
William T. Sherman’s Federals cross the Chattahoochee River in preparation for attacking Atlanta. Learning that the Confederates are now led by John Bell Hood, the stage is set for a significant and decisive battle.
The Battle of Kennesaw Mountain
William T. Sherman’s Federals assault Confederates who are heavily defended on an eminence 15 miles north of Atlanta. This battle forces Sherman to recognize the need for diverse tactics.
Georgia: Johnston Compacts His Line
William T. Sherman’s Federals attempt to maneuver around the strong defenses of Joseph E. Johnston’s Confederates near Marietta, Georgia. Federal forces kill a prominent Confederate commander, Johnston contracts his Confederate line, and Sherman tries moving southeast around Johnston’s left.
The Battle of Resaca
William T. Sherman’s Federals and Joseph E. Johnston’s Confederates clash in northern Georgia, resulting in heavy casualties for both sides. Sherman still looks to slide around Johnston’s flank.
The Dalton Demonstration
Skirmishing intensifies in northern Georgia, as John M. Palmer seeks to unite his Federals at Rocky Face Ridge and drive the Confederates out of Dalton.