Scotty J Presents: The Civil War Podcast
1) The Battle of Glorieta Pass
One of the strangest battles happened at the end of March 1862. Where was this battle and how did it play out?
2) The First Battle of Kernstown
On March 23, 1862, the Valley campaign opened up with the First battle of Kernstown. Listen to hear what happened.
3) New Confederate Secretary of War
On March 18, Jefferson Davis appoints a new secretary of war. Who is it and what are his credentials?
4) New Bern and New Madrid
On March 1,4 1862, two battles happened on opposites sides of the country. What happened and how were they executed?
5) The Battle of Hampton Roads
The first battle of the Ironclads made the world take notice. What happened and how did the world take notice?
6) The birth of the Iron Clads
In a short episode this week, how the ironclads are built is discussed.
7) New Madrid and Gradual Emancipation
March 1862 starts off with the Federal Army in Missouri and Lincoln taking some tentative steps towards emancipation.
8) Little Mac Makes his Plans
While Grant was busy in the West, what was McClellan doing? Well, having parties for one, but he was coming up with his grand idea. Listen to hear it.
9) Jefferson Davis is elected
February 1862 was busy. Between fighting in New Mexico Territory, Jefferson Davis was elected the President of the Confederacy and Little Mac was busy training his men.
10) The Battle of Fort Donnelson
Grant's victories continue as he takes Fort Donneslon. What was the impact of the victory on both sides?