Tensions reach a boiling point among the Confederate Army of Tennessee commanders. This leads to a command change, a call for Richmond to help, and even a death threat.
Tag: Leonidas Polk
Bragg’s Third Opportunity
Braxton Bragg’s Confederates squander a second chance to destroy a part of the Federal Army of the Cumberland south of Chattanooga. Bragg nevertheless decides to try attacking a third time.
Bragg’s Second Golden Opportunity
Braxton Bragg’s Confederates squander an opportunity to destroy an isolated segment of the Federal Army of the Cumberland, but Bragg quickly sees another chance to attack before the Federals can concentrate their forces.
The Army of Tennessee: Resentment Toward Bragg
President Jefferson Davis learns that the top commanders in the Confederate Army of Tennessee no longer have confidence in Braxton Bragg as their leader.
Morgan’s Third Kentucky Raid
Confederate Brigadier General John Hunt Morgan embarks on his third Kentucky raid after a successful action against a Federal garrison and a lavish marriage earlier this month.
The Battle of Belmont
Ulysses S. Grant’s Federal army narrowly escapes destruction in southwestern Missouri but gains important battle experience.