Army of the Potomac in 1863
The talk, "I Did Some Handsome Things for the Country: Fighting Joe Hooker
and his Army of the Potomac," took place during an event commemorating 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, sponsored by Gettysburg National Military Park and the Gettysburg Foundation.
Ethan Rafuse spoke about the Battle of Gettysburg, which took place July 1-3, 1863, and is considered the bloodiest battle ever on U.S. soil. He talked… read more
Ethan Rafuse spoke about the Battle of Gettysburg, which took place July 1-3, 1863, and is considered the bloodiest battle ever on U.S. soil. He talked about Union General Joseph “Fighting Joe” Hooker, who received command of the Army of the Potomac following the loss of its first commander and its defeat at Fredericksburg.
The talk, "I Did Some Handsome Things for the Country: Fighting Joe Hooker
and his Army of the Potomac," took place during an event commemorating 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, sponsored by Gettysburg National Military Park and the Gettysburg Foundation. close
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