Antietam and Gettysburg: Tactical Success in an Operational Void

Abstract

The Battles of Antietam and Gettysburg are widely recognized as tactical victories for the Union's Army of the Potomac. Following both battles, however, the respective commanding generals, General McClellan and General Meade, were sharply criticized for having failed to vigorously pursue General Lee and his Army of Northern Virginia in order to deliver a decisive blow. Both Union commander's offered a list of extenuating circumstances, such as battle fatigue, large casualties and lack of supplies, which precluded a premature pursuit of General Lee.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 08, 1994
Accession Number
ADA279618

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