Tag Archives: 5th New York Cavalry

“A Grievous Loss”: John B. McIntosh at Third Winchester

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Daniel Davis

Today marks the 153rd anniversary of the Battle of Third Winchester. This day long engagement was the beginning of the end of Confederate fortunes in the Shenandoah Valley. One of the highlights of the battle was a massive mounted attack … Continue reading →

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“I Intend to Make the Yankees Pay”: Surprise at Verdiersville

Posted on August 18, 2017 by Daniel Davis

Part two. You may read Part 1 here. Robert E. Lee had already decided on a course of action by the time Maj. Gen. Jeb Stuart arrived at his headquarters around noon on August 17 outside Orange Court House. Facing … Continue reading →

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Elon Farnsworth: A “What If?” of Gettysburg

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Daniel Davis

154 years after the engagement ended, students and enthusiasts still debate the “what if?” questions related to the Battle of Gettysburg. What if Richard Ewell had captured Cemetery Hill on the first day? What if Meade had withdrawn from the … Continue reading →

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