In Georgia, Union General William T. Sherman, hunkered down overlooking Atlanta, gives General George Stoneman free reign to ride south of Atlanta in an effort to disrupt the rebel supply line. Stoneman’s Raid is underway, with Macon as the destination. The disruption of Southern railroads between Atlanta and Macon is the prime objective. At Petersburg,…
The Siege of Petersburg drags on, having turned into a daily, dirt-filled slog in the trenches. Union General Ulysses S. Grant, having time on his hands, tries to dream up new ways to wreck havoc upon the Confederate rail infrastructure that Richmond depends upon. In the days ahead, attempts will be made to do just…
The critical battle for control of Petersburg rages on. Union forces continue expanding their lines, placing greater pressure on Confederate defenders. The trench warfare that is now taking place, a newer development in the war, is becoming an important battlefield strategy for the Union. By pinning down the enemy, the Federals can continue their war…