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The Painted Logs That Bought an Army Time
Union scouts expect a fight in Corinth, Mississippi, but find only fire and silence, as 45,000 Confederate soldiers vanish overnight.
The Painted Logs That Bought an Army Time
This episode explores the strategic importance of Corinth, Mississippi, during the Civil War and the unexpected events that unfolded there in the spring of 1862. It delves into how a small town became the focus of a massive Union offensive and the ingenious deception that allowed a beleaguered Confederate army to escape.
Date: May 30, 1862
Location: Corinth, Mississippi
Union Commander: General Henry Halleck
Confederate…
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