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The Unseen Betrayal That Doomed 1,484 Men
Did a Confederate general's unauthorized attack at Beaver Dam Creek, risking 15,000 soldiers, derail a crucial Union offensive?
The Unseen Betrayal That Doomed 1,484 Men
This episode details the events leading up to the Battle of Beaver Dam Creek, where a Confederate plan designed for 65,000 men went disastrously wrong, leaving a company of Pennsylvania volunteers stranded. It explores the critical intelligence, strategic decisions, and a fateful choice that shaped the battle's outcome.
Event: Battle of Beaver Dam Creek
Date: June 26, 1862
Location: Beaver Dam Creek, Virginia
Confederate…
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