The Battle of ShilohBy: Hunter McSpadden,

Logan Clark,Samantha Johnson,And Samuel Dumis

Why did the battle take place? The invention of the cotton gin States Rights Free slaves

Where did the Battle Take Place?

Shiloh, Tennessee in Hardin County, Tennessee

What was the significance of this battle?

A surprise attack spoiled Grant’s plans for quick victory in the west.

When did this battle take place?

Battle of Shiloh1862

Grant transports his army west Tenn.Johnston transports55,000 Confederates

to Corinth

March 1 April 7

Johnston orders attack against Federal left, forcing them back and Johnston was killed.

April 6

Wallace drives Confederates from jones’ field. McCook slams into Bragg at water Oak Pond

How was this battle fought?

They used cannons ,swords ,muskets, bayonets ,and hand-to-hand combat.

Who were the important men of the battle?

Union Major General

Ulysses S. Grant General Don

Carlos Buell

Confederate General Albert

Sydney Johnston General P.G.T.

Beauregard

Who were the important women of the battle?

Union

Ann Wallace Lizzie Compton

Confederate Loretta Velazquez Cate Cumming Mary Dyas

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