1862 The Confederates Strike Back

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Set against the backdrop of the Civil War in 1862, the narrative unfolds as General Lee strategizes a bold campaign following significant Union defeats. He decides to split his Army of Northern Virginia, sending his esteemed general, Stonewall Jackson, to Kentucky with three divisions. The mission aims to unite with Confederate forces under Bragg and Smith, with the goal of securing Kentucky for the Confederacy. This risky maneuver highlights the tension and high stakes of wartime leadership and the complexities of military strategy.