William T. Sherman’s Federal armies continue moving into South Carolina, disregarding the elements, logistical challenges, and sporadic Confederate resistance along the way.
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Hood Leaves Georgia
John Bell Hood leads his Confederate Army of Tennessee in a desperate attempt to pull the Federals out of Georgia while trying to regain Tennessee and Kentucky for the Confederacy.
The Battle of Jonesboro
Federal and Confederate forces clash south of Atlanta as the Federals seek to cut the last Confederate supply line into the city.
The Northern Mississippi Campaign
Andrew J. Smith leads a Federal army to destroy the Confederate command of Nathan Bedford Forrest in Mississippi. The Federals leave destruction in their wake as they move through the state before eventually clashing with the Confederates near Tupelo.
Meridian: Sherman Targets Jackson Again
William T. Sherman’s Federals continue their drive through central Mississippi, approaching the state capital of Jackson, which had been captured and ransacked twice before. Sherman anticipates Confederate resistance as he encounters logistical challenges due to delayed cavalry support.