The chapter delves into General Jackson's persuasion of Lee to approve a risky Flank March during the Civil War, highlighting the audacity and determination of the individuals involved. It discusses the challenges of orchestrating a clandestine movement of a large army through unimproved roads and local support, showcasing the high stakes and strategic decisions made by prominent military figures.
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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