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The wig‑wag flag that warned Evans - did they reach him in time?
An 85-year-old widow lies in her bed as the Union Army aims its artillery at her window, while 36,000 men clash in the summer heat at Bull Run.
The wig‑wag flag that warned Evans - did they reach him in time?
This episode explores the First Battle of Bull Run, a pivotal moment where a seemingly winning Union position turned into a catastrophe. It delves into the strategic missteps and intelligence failures that shaped the outcome of this early Civil War battle.
Event: First Battle of Bull Run
Date: July 21, 1861
Location: Bull Run, Virginia
Union Commander: Brigadier General Irvin McDowell…
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