165 YEARS AGO: Federal forces converge on an isolated Confederate unit at Leesburg, a Virginia town up the Potomac River from Washington. However, confusion over troop positions leads to conflicting orders that cause Federal confusion.
Tag: Nathan G. Evans
The Battle of Secessionville
Federal forces attack strong Confederate defenses on James Island, and cause a general to be removed from command.
Federals Advance on Charleston
Henry W. Benham plans to attack Confederate positions on James Island, south of Charleston, in violation of orders from his superior.