Battlefield Generals in the Civil War

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The Civil War in Four Minutes: Battlefield Generals in the Civil War

Civil War Trust

Garry Adelman of the Civil War Trust discusses the role that each rank of general had during battles in the Civil War.

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Confederate Leaders of the Civil War

Historian Garry Adelman describes the most notable generals in the Confederate army. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

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Staff Officers During the Civil War

Historian Chris Kolakowski explains the many duties, roles, and responsibilities of the staff officers of the Civil War. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

West Point

Historian Wayne Motts describes the history, function, and importance of West Point in regards to the Civil War. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series, which presents short videos on basic Civil War topics.

Union Leaders of the Civil War

Historian Jared Frederick discusses the generals who commanded Union forces during the war, and President Lincoln's struggle to find the right man to win the war.

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