165 YEARS AGO: Jefferson Davis meets with his Confederate army commanders to discuss military strategy at Centreville in northern Virginia.
Tag: Gustavus W. Smith
South Carolina: The Federal Destruction Begins
William T. Sherman’s Federal armies continue moving into South Carolina, disregarding the elements, logistical challenges, and sporadic Confederate resistance along the way.
Sherman Looks to South Carolina
William T. Sherman prepares for what promises to be another devastating Federal march through the southern heartland. Meanwhile, Confederate reinforcements are scarce.
The Battle of Honey Hill
Federal troops look to cut the Savannah & Charleston Railroad to stop Confederates from reinforcing Savannah. Confederates aim to block this move by posting strong defenses near Honey Hill in South Carolina.
The Battle of Seven Pines: Day Two
Fighting resumes on the Virginia Peninsula, after the Federals had strengthened their defenses and the Confederates had a new army commander.
The Battle of Seven Pines
Confederates attack the Federals on the south side of the Chickahominy River on Virginia’s Peninsula, but poor coordination prevents them from accomplishing their main goal of destroying the enemy.