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I fits mit Sigel – New Market, May 15, 1864

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Dave Powell

There are certain figures in Civil War history who are always good for an easy laugh. Braxton Bragg, on harmonious leadership. George McClellan, concerning rapid movement. Franz Sigel. On, well, most anything.

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It Pays to Re-Read the OR

Posted on April 15, 2016 by stephendavis

Long ago I learned from my late friend Albert Castel that it pays to re-read the Official Records when you’re writing about the war. Every now and then I chance upon something that drives home that lesson. A recent reminder came … Continue reading →

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The Battles for High Bridge April 6-7, 1865

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Daniel Davis

After leaving Amelia Court House, Gen. Robert E. Lee headed his columns west in the hopes of putting some distance between himself and the pursuing Union armies under Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant. Lee knew that his worn out and … Continue reading →

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