New Bern and the Civil War
Publisher: The History Press
Published: Feb 19, 2018
Language: eng
Format: paperback
Number of pages: 208
ISBN-13: 9781625859921
Description: On March 14, 1862, Federal forces under the command of General Ambrose Burnside overwhelmed Confederate forces in the Battle of New Bern, capturing the town and its important seaport. From that time on, Confederates planned to retake the city. D.H. Hill and James J. Pettigrew made the first attempt but failed miserably. General George Pickett tried in February 1864. He nearly succeeded but called the attack off on the edge of victory. The Confederates made another charge in May led by General Robert Hoke. They had the city surrounded with superior forces when Lee called Hoke back to Richmond and ended the expedition. Author Jim White details the chaotic history of New Bern in the Civil War.
Notes: Source title: New Bern and the Civil War (Civil War Series)