Memphis falls to Union forces; Robert E. Lee Assumes Command of the Army of Northern Virginia; The Seven Days Battles: June 1862

150 Years Ago in the Civil War The month began with the conclusion of the two day Battle of Seven Pines near Richmond, Virginia on June 1st. Confederate forces attacked Union lines that had been reinforced overnight. After getting nowhere with the attack, the Confederates were ordered to withdraw to their original position. Though both [...]

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