FIRST MANASSAS (Part the Fifth)
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| Wade Hampton (1818-1902) |
In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at how McDowell failed to maintain the initiative after he seized Matthews Hill, and as a result the Confederates had time to forge a defensive line on Henry Hill.
Our book recommendation for this episode is a back issue of Blue & Gray magazine. Blue & Gray, Volume 27 #5 was dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the First Battle of Manassas.
Listen to Episode 56: FirstManassasPartFifth