Shenandoah Valley

“PUT THE BOYS IN”

                Part of Gen. Grant’s strategy to capture Richmond involved conquering the Shenandoah Valley.  He assigned the task to Maj. Gen. Sigel.  In May, 1864, Sigel moved south up the valley.  His targets were the towns of Staunton and Lynchburg.  Facing him was the army of Maj. Gen. John Breckinridge.  Read more…

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Sheridan’s Ride

The Battle of Cedar Creek occurred on Oct. 19, 1864 in the war-ravaged Shenandoah Valley. Confederate Gen. Jubal Early initiated the action with an attack on a Union camp.  The Yankees were taken completely by surprise and beat a hasty retreat, losing 1,300 prisoners and 24 cannons.  The Union commander Read more…

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