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Retreat from Cold Harbor

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Narrow Escapes and Strategic Delays at Cold Harbor

This chapter details General Winfield Hancock's struggle to navigate his weary troops through Virginia's woods after the Battle of Cold Harbor. Faced with ammunition shortages and harsh weather, Hancock makes the strategic decision to delay their next attack, allowing the Confederates to strengthen their positions.

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