Taylor Sorsen - Civil War

First Battle of Bull Run

Jul 21, 1861

The First Battle of Bull Run or also known as the First Manassas happened on July 21, 1861. The Confederate and Union armies went to battle near Manassas Junction, Virginia. The Confederates won this battle, this shocked and worried the Union knowing now that this war wasn't gonna be as easy as they thought.

Shiloh

Apr 6, 1862

The battle of Shiloh or also known as the Pittsburg Landing happened on April 6 - 7, 1862. The Union won this battle, at this point in time both sides were worried how long this war was gonna last.

Second Battle of Bull Run

Aug 29, 1862

The Second Battle of Bull Run or the Second Manassas Happened on August 29th of 1862 and lasted until August 30th. Lee and his army decided to strike first, both sides had good strategies of hiding and attacking supply bases. The confederate army led by Robert Lee won the Second Manassas.

Antietam

Sep 17, 1862

The battle of Antietam is also known as the battle of Sharpsburg. This battle occurred on September 17, 1862 near Sharpsburg, Maryland. This battle was important because during that summer Lincoln declared freedom for all slaves in certain states. The Union won this battle leaving Lincoln pleased.

Fredericksburg

Dec 13, 1862

This battle occurred on December 13th of 1862. This battle involved nearly 200,000 combats, the largest concentration of troops in during the Civil War. During this battle the Union got a new commander - George B. McClellan. The confederates won the battle of Fredericksburg.

Stones River

Dec 31, 1862

The battle of Stones River started on December 31st of 1862 and lasted until January 2nd of 1863. This battle took place in Rutherford County, TN. As a result of this battle the Union took another victory. Of the battles of the Civil War, this battle had the highest percentage of casualties on both sides.

Chancellorsville

Apr 30, 1863

The battle of Chancellorsville started on April 30th and lasted until May 6th. During the battle of Chancellorsville, Confederate general Jackson was wounded badly. The confederates took the victory of this battle.

Vicksburg

May 18, 1863

The Vicksburg battle lasted from May 18th until July 4th, this 47 day battle was one of the longest battles of the Civil War. General Grant's first attempt during the winter of 1862 failed, they tried again in the spring of 1863 which is when this battle started. The confederates did their job correctly and won the battle of Vicksburg.

Gettysburg

Jul 1, 1863

The battle of Gettysburg started on July 1st and lasted till July 3rd. This three day battle was the bloodies battle in the conflict of the Civil War. The Union used good strategies that led them to another victory.

Chickamauga

Sep 18, 1863

The battle of Chickamauga occurred near the Tennessee River. This battle started September 18th and lasted till September 20th. The confederate army took the win at this battle, although it took a toll on their troops form fierce fighting for multiple days.

Chattanooga

Nov 23, 1863

The battle of Chattanooga started on November 23rd and lasted until November 25th. The result of this battle was one of the most dramatic turnabouts, the Union forces had driven confederate troops away from Chattanooga. With this result the Union won this battle.

Battle of the Wilderness

May 5, 1864

The battle of the Wilderness started on May 5th and lasted until May 7th of 1864. This battle was neither a win or loss for either army. After the two days of battle both sides were where they started.

Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse

May 8, 1864

The battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse started on May 8th and lasted until May 21st of 1864. The Union lost 18,000 troops and the Confederates lost 12,000 troops. The battle ended by Grant The Union tried multiple times to break the Confederate line but failed.

Cold Harbor

May 31, 1864

The battle of Cold Harbor started on May 31st and lasted until June 12th of 1864. Both armies held their ground until June 12th when Grant withdrew but continued to move east and south. As a result the Confederate army won this battle.

Atlanta

Jul 22, 1864

The battle of Atlanta occurred on July 22nd, 1864. The Union gained this victory. This victory helped the Union out a lot, they were able to move forward which led to William's most famous operation.