February 1, 1862 – The Federal invasion of Tennessee began with a joint army-navy operation against Fort Henry on the Tennessee River. Flag Officer Andrew
Tag: Henry W. Halleck
The Fort Henry Campaign
January 29, 1862 – Major General Henry W. Halleck received intelligence that convinced him to allow Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant and Flag Officer Andrew
Halleck Cracks Down in Missouri
December 22, 1861 – Federal Major General Henry W. Halleck issued General Orders No. 32 as part of his program to suppress alleged disloyalty in
The Blackwater Creek Engagement
December 18, 1861 – Federals under Brigadier General John Pope overwhelmed a force of Missouri State Guards and demoralized secessionists in the western part of
The Federal Military Shakeup
November 9, 1861 – The U.S. War Department issued General Orders No. 97, authorizing a major military reorganization. The orders were intended to divide the