This chapter delves into the final moments of a historical figure, the transition of command during a battle, and the chaos and bravery displayed by Union soldiers in the midst of conflict. It also explores the intricate dynamics and challenges faced by military units on the battlefield, showcasing moments of admiration, bravery, and strategic maneuvers during the Civil War.
The Battle of Chancellorsville raged in Virginia May 2 through 6, 1863. Union General Joseph Hooker failed and gave a decisive victory to the Confederates. However, the victory was not a cheerful one for the South. On the night of May 2, Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson and his men, returning from an attack, were fired on by their own Confederate brethren who thought Jackson’s group was Union soldiers. Jackson was hit by two bullets in his left arm, which was then amputated. Eight days later Jackson died of complications from pneumonia.
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