Battle of Wilsons Creek--Aug. 10, 1861--Union (Gen. Lyon)
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Battle of Wilsons Creek--Aug. 10, 1861--Union (Gen. Lyon)
Battle of Wilsons Creek--Aug. 10, 1861--Union (Gen. Lyon)... Conf. (Gen. McCulloch)... Date c1893
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This evocative print captures the pivotal moment of the Battle of Wilson's Creek, also known as the Battle of Oak Hills, which took place on August 10, 1861, in the early days of the American Civil War. The engagement, fought in the southwestern Missouri region between the Union Army, led by Brigadier General Nathaniel Lyon, and the Confederate forces under the command of General Ben McCulloch, resulted in a significant Confederate victory. The image depicts General Lyon, resplendent in his Union uniform, leading his troops into battle with determination and resolve. His men, dressed in their blue coats and carrying their weapons at the ready, follow closely behind, their faces set with a mixture of apprehension and determination. In the distance, a column of Confederate soldiers, under the command of General McCulloch, can be seen advancing towards them. The rolling hills and dense foliage of the Missouri countryside provide the backdrop to this dramatic scene. The Battle of Wilson's Creek was a turning point in the war for the region, as it marked the Confederate Army's first major victory in the west. The Union forces suffered heavy losses, and General Lyon himself was killed during the fighting. The battle also marked the end of the Confederate invasion of Missouri and the beginning of a long and brutal conflict that would last for the next three years. This print, created in 1893, serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the Civil War and the courage of the men who fought in it. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms, the expressions on their faces, and the vivid depiction of the battlefield all contribute to a powerful and evocative image that transports us back in time to the pivotal moment of this important historical event.
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