Who were the generals in the Battle of Shiloh?
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Who were the generals in the Battle of Shiloh?
Battle of Shiloh:
In 1862, the Union armies in the West sought to take control of the Mississippi to pressure the Confederacy. The Union Army was stationed by Pittsburgh Crossing near the Tennessee River. Early in the morning on April 6th, the Confederates attacked the Union Camp and the Battle of Shiloh ensued. The battle was a draw, but the ability of the Union to hold the battlefield allowed them to advance on the Mississippi.
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View this answerThe primary generals in the Battle of Shiloh were Ulysses S. Grant for the Union and A.S. Johnston and P.G.T. Beauregard for the South. A.S. Johnston...
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Chapter 11 / Lesson 14Learn about the American Civil War Battle of Shiloh. Explore a summary of the Battle of Shiloh, including the battle's significance, outcome, and impact.