George B. McClellan continues organizing his new Army of the Potomac and continues feuding with Winfield Scott.
Tag: Winfield Scott
General Scott is the Great Obstacle
George B. McClellan develops a Federal war strategy while complaining that Winfield Scott is standing in his way.
Admirable Self-Denial
The Federal military is reorganized following the Bull Run defeat, which includes giving command of the largest army to a young, promising general.
Johnston Steals a March
The Federal army reaches Centreville in northern Virginia, while Joseph E. Johnston’s Confederates slip out of the Shenandoah Valley undetected and head east.
Our Whole Line is a False One
Robert Patterson feebly tries to engage Joseph E. Johnston’s Confederates in the Shenandoah Valley, but Johnston has other ideas.
You Are All Green Alike
President Lincoln holds a special cabinet meeting to decide on a plan for immediate offensive operations in northern Virginia.