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Former Confederate General James Longstreet died on January 2, 1904, in Gainesville, Georgia, at the age 82. Today, he is remembered as one of the most skilled corps commanders of the Civil War, despite lingering debates about his role at Gettysburg.
January 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Former Confederate General James Longstreet died on January 2, 1904, in Gainesville, Georgia, at the age 82. Today, he is remembered as one of the most skilled corps commanders of the Civil War, despite lingering debates about his role at Gettysburg.
CSA General James Longstreet’s reputation suffered after the Civil War due to criticism from fellow Confederates, particularly those in the "Lost Cause" movement. However, in recent decades historians have reassessed him more favorably.
January 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
CSA General James Longstreet’s reputation suffered after the Civil War due to criticism from fellow Confederates, particularly those in the "Lost Cause" movement. However, in recent decades historians have reassessed him more favorably.
Former CSA General James Longstreet published his memoirs, From Manassas to Appomattox, in 1896. In his memoirs he defended his wartime decisions and offered insights into Confederate strategy.
January 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Former CSA General James Longstreet published his memoirs, From Manassas to Appomattox, in 1896. In his memoirs he defended his wartime decisions and offered insights into Confederate strategy.
Former CSA General James Longstreet worked for the U.S. Government. Longstreet held several federal government positions, including U.S. Minister to the Ottoman Empire and U.S. Marshal for Georgia.
January 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Former CSA General James Longstreet worked for the U.S. Government. Longstreet held several federal government positions, including U.S. Minister to the Ottoman Empire and U.S. Marshal for Georgia.
After the Civil War, CSA General James Longstreet joined the Republican Party which made him unpopular with many former Confederates, and he supported Reconstruction.
January 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
After the Civil War, CSA General James Longstreet joined the Republican Party which made him unpopular with many former Confederates, and he supported Reconstruction.
Confederate General James Longstreet was severely wounded by friendly fire during the Battle of the Wilderness in May 1864. He recovered but never regained full use of his right arm.
January 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Confederate General James Longstreet was severely wounded by friendly fire during the Battle of the Wilderness in May 1864. He recovered but never regained full use of his right arm.
Confederate General James Longstreet was an innovative tactician. He was an early advocate of defensive warfare, emphasizing the use of strong fortifications and strategic positioning over aggressive assaults.
January 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Confederate General James Longstreet was an innovative tactician. He was an early advocate of defensive warfare, emphasizing the use of strong fortifications and strategic positioning over aggressive assaults.
James Longstreet’s role at the Battle of Gettysburg (July 1-3, 1863) remains controversial. Some critics argue he delayed attacks, contributing to the Confederate defeat, while others praise his strategic suggestions, including favoring a defensive posture.
January 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
James Longstreet’s role at the Battle of Gettysburg (July 1-3, 1863) remains controversial. Some critics argue he delayed attacks, contributing to the Confederate defeat, while others praise his strategic suggestions, including favoring a defensive posture.
At the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862), James Longstreet’s corps delivered a decisive attack, contributing significantly to the Confederate victory.
January 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
At the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862), James Longstreet’s corps delivered a decisive attack, contributing significantly to the Confederate victory.
James Longstreet became one of General Robert E. Lee’s most trusted corps commanders, earning the nickname "Lee's War Horse."
January 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
James Longstreet became one of General Robert E. Lee’s most trusted corps commanders, earning the nickname "Lee's War Horse."
When the Civil War began, James Longstreet resigned his commission in the U.S. Army and joined the Confederacy as a brigadier general in June 1861.
January 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
When the Civil War began, James Longstreet resigned his commission in the U.S. Army and joined the Confederacy as a brigadier general in June 1861.
Before the Civil War, James Longstreet was close friends with Ulysses S. Grant. Longstreet reportedly introduced Grant to his future wife, Julia Dent, who was Longstreet’s cousin.
January 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Before the Civil War, James Longstreet was close friends with Ulysses S. Grant. Longstreet reportedly introduced Grant to his future wife, Julia Dent, who was Longstreet’s cousin.
James Longstreet served in the U.S. Army during the Mexican-American War, earning a brevet promotion for bravery at the Battle of Chapultepec.
December 31, 2024 at 3:00 PM
James Longstreet served in the U.S. Army during the Mexican-American War, earning a brevet promotion for bravery at the Battle of Chapultepec.
James Longstreet was born on January 8, 1821, in Edgefield District, South Carolina (now part of Georgia). He attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, graduating in 1842.
December 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM
James Longstreet was born on January 8, 1821, in Edgefield District, South Carolina (now part of Georgia). He attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, graduating in 1842.
North Carolina was readmitted to the Union on July 4, 1868. The Civil War had a lasting impact on North Carolina's social, political, and economic landscape. The war also led to increased racial tensions and discrimination in the state.
December 29, 2024 at 3:00 PM
North Carolina was readmitted to the Union on July 4, 1868. The Civil War had a lasting impact on North Carolina's social, political, and economic landscape. The war also led to increased racial tensions and discrimination in the state.
After the Civil War, North Carolina was slower to recover as compared to other former Confederate states and faced significant challenges in rebuilding its economy.
December 28, 2024 at 3:00 PM
After the Civil War, North Carolina was slower to recover as compared to other former Confederate states and faced significant challenges in rebuilding its economy.
The Civil War had a devastating impact on North Carolina’s infrastructure and economy. Many towns and cities were damaged or destroyed during the conflict. The war also led to increased poverty and hardship for many North Carolinians.
December 27, 2024 at 3:00 PM
The Civil War had a devastating impact on North Carolina’s infrastructure and economy. Many towns and cities were damaged or destroyed during the conflict. The war also led to increased poverty and hardship for many North Carolinians.
North Carolina had a significant slave population, which contributed to the state's economy. About one third of the total population of North Carolina in 1860 were slaves. Their number was approximately 331,059.
December 26, 2024 at 3:00 PM
North Carolina had a significant slave population, which contributed to the state's economy. About one third of the total population of North Carolina in 1860 were slaves. Their number was approximately 331,059.
The Union blockade of North Carolina's ports severely impacted the state's economy. The blockade disrupted trade and limited the flow of supplies to the Confederacy.
December 25, 2024 at 3:15 PM
The Union blockade of North Carolina's ports severely impacted the state's economy. The blockade disrupted trade and limited the flow of supplies to the Confederacy.
Merry Christmas! “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11 KJV. Longfellow's Christmas - Edward K. Herrmann and The Tabernacle Choir (With a Civil War story.)
Longfellow's Christmas - Edward K. Herrmann and The Tabernacle Choir
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December 25, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Merry Christmas! “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11 KJV. Longfellow's Christmas - Edward K. Herrmann and The Tabernacle Choir (With a Civil War story.)
North Carolina experienced numerous battles and skirmishes throughout the Civil War. Some of the major battles fought in North Carolina include Fort Fisher, Bentonville, and Plymouth.
December 24, 2024 at 3:00 PM
North Carolina experienced numerous battles and skirmishes throughout the Civil War. Some of the major battles fought in North Carolina include Fort Fisher, Bentonville, and Plymouth.
Approximately 35,000 North Carolinians died during the Civil War.
December 23, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Approximately 35,000 North Carolinians died during the Civil War.
The Confederate state of North Carolina’s capital during the Civil War was Raleigh.
December 22, 2024 at 3:00 PM
The Confederate state of North Carolina’s capital during the Civil War was Raleigh.
Over 125,000 North Carolinians served in the Confederate Army. The state also had a significant number of Union sympathizers and soldiers.
December 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Over 125,000 North Carolinians served in the Confederate Army. The state also had a significant number of Union sympathizers and soldiers.
North Carolina provided the Confederacy with the largest number of troops of any state.
December 20, 2024 at 3:00 PM
North Carolina provided the Confederacy with the largest number of troops of any state.