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Welcome to the Hidden History of Texas. This is Episode 58 – Texans Join The Confederate Army I'm your host and guide Hank Wilson, As always, the broadcast is brought to you by Ashby Navis and Tennyson Media Publishers, Visit AshbyNavis.com for more information. Remember how, I talked about how prior to the actual vote for secession Texas created what was called the Committee of Public Safety? Well, in 1861 from late February through March, they authorized the recruitment of volunteer troops, to go fight for the confederacy. This was in addition to all the troops that had been recruited by Ben McCulloch, and the regiments of cavalry that were signed up by Ben's younger brother, Henry E. McCulloch, and longtime ranger captain and explorer John S. Ford. Once the war really began with the confederates firing on Fort Sumter in April of 1861 Confederate president Jefferson Davis put out a call for volunteers. This spurred Texas authorities to begin to raise more  troops for the confederacy. Then Governor Clark initially officially divided the state into six military districts which was later raised to eleven. This was designed to help encourage recruiting efforts and also to organize all the troops requested by Confederate authorities. As 1861 drew to a close there were just about 25,000 Texans in the Confederate army. Of those, almost two-thirds of the ones who signed up served in the cavalry, which made sense due to how many Texans rode horses. In fact, it is noted that Lt. Col. Arthur Fremantle of the British Coldstream Guards, who visited Texas during the war, observed this, he said, "…it was found very difficult to raise infantry in Texas, as no Texan walks a yard if he can help it." Governor Clark even noted "the predilection of Texans for cavalry service, founded as it is upon their peerless horsemanship, is so powerful that they are unwilling in many instances to engage in service of any other description unless required by actual necessity." That love of horses is still evident today, and many Texans will either ride a horse or drive a truck rather than walk. As the war expanded, Francis R. Lubbock, who became governor by defeating Clark by a narrow margin, worked closely with Confederate authorities to meet manpower needs. As it often is during any conflict, recruitment became more difficult as some of the early enthusiasm began to fade. Most historians agree that the primary driving force behind the secession movement and the desire for war was the upper economic echelon of the old south. Those were the plantation and slave owners and not the regular people, much like today, it was the rich and powerful who wanted to have their way. One of the results of this was, as I mentioned a few minutes ago, there wasn't much enthusiasm for signing up and thus in April 1862 the Confederate Congress passed a general conscription. The conscription act declared that every white male who was between the age of 18 and 35 had an obligation to serve in the military. There was still a shortage of bodies and so in September they raised the upper age limit to 45. Then again in February of 1864, they had to expand the age limits to 17 and 50. There were few exemptions, but one of the most contentious was that if a man was conscripted then he could hire someone to serve in his place. It is estimated that between 70,000 to 90,000 Texans served in the military and they were involved in every major skirmish except for First Manassas and Chancellorsville.  At least 37 Texans also served as officers, In November of 1863, then Governor Lubbock reported to the legislature that 90,000 Texans were in the Army. However, many historians doubt the accuracy of that number and deem it to be high. In fact, the 1860 federal census only listed 92,145 White males between the ages of 18 and 45 as state residents. Even if an allowance is made for a population increase during the war years, there may have been somewhere between 100,

Harry Smeltzer, of "Bull Runnings" fame, sat down with me back in August to talk about veterans of Bull Run who paid the ultimate price here on the fields of Gettysburg. Check out his blog post about being on the show by clicking here https://bullrunnings.wordpress.com/2023/08/15/my-last-for-now/#comments You can book Harry (and check out the rest of his blog) by clicking here: https://bullrunnings.wordpress.com/speaking/   Catch the rest of this interview and hundreds more like it it by clicking here: www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg C'mon. You know you've been curious.

In the city of New Orleans, Louisiana, there stood a statue near a city park of Pierre Gustave Toutant-Beauregard, who himself was a native of St. Bernard Parish and grew up in New Orleans. The statue was placed there in 1915. Beauregard was an early proponent of equal rights in Louisiana, serving as the outspoken leader of the short-lived and ultimately failed unification movement. The movement was a coalition made up of prominent white and black New Orleanians that called for integrated schools, public places and transportation and voting rights for black men, two years before Congress passed the Civil Rights Acts of 1875 and nearly a century before the enactment of major civil rights legislation in the 20th century. Beauregard was the group's chairman. For the city of New Orleans, Beauregard died as a local hero. But on May 17, 2017, Beauregard's statue was removed. Why? Because P.G.T. Beauregard (as he's more commonly known) was a general of the Confederacy during the American Civil war. As a matter of fact, Beauregard commanded the attack at Fort Sumter, the shots of which marked the outbreak of the American Civil War. He fought in the First Manassas and at Shiloh, and he defended Charleston from Union occupation for two years. For many, Beauregard's statue represented nothing more than slavery and institutional racism. In the United States, the public display of Confederate monuments, memorials and symbols has been and continues to be controversial. There were 73 Confederate monuments removed or renamed in 2021, and there are now close to 700 left in the U.S. Some say the statues glorify people who perpetuated slavery, attempted secession from United States, and lost the Civil War and the statues are nothing more than a painful reminder of past and present institutionalized racism in the United States. Others say that the statues represent the country's history, no matter how complicated. Taking them down is to censor, whitewash, and potentially forget that history. So how do we make sense of the controversy? How do we as Christians engage in this controversial conversation with respect, civility, wisdom, and Christ-like love?

In July we spoke to Anthony Trusso about First Manassas, or First Bull Run and the first major battle of the Civil War in the Eastern Theater. Well, we have brought Anthony back to talk about 2nd Manassas, fought 160 years ago this weekend!Unlike the 1st Battle of Bull Run, the second battle on the plains of Manassas was a multi day affair, with much larger armies and terrible casualties for both sides. The defeat of the Union Army of Virginia sent shock waves through Washington set the stage for the Maryland Campaign, which began just a few short days later.So join Pat and Matt, along with special guest Anthony Trusso, as we dive into the details and the controversies of the 2nd Battle of Manassas. A great conversation for the battle anniversary weekend!The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fang gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!Want to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings here at The History Things Podcast? Make sure to follow us on social media at @TheHistoryThingsPodcast (Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube) and to leave us a 5star rating and review on your favorite podcast app! All questions, comments, and compliments can be sent to HistoryThingsPodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we discuss Thomas J Jackson's entry into Richmond with his VMI cadets following Virginia succession. He had no commission and no command until he was finally made a Colonel and ordered to take command at Harpers Ferry. Soon he and his brigade got their first combat experience at Falling Waters. Then Jackson achieved fame and the legendary status at the first battle at Bull Run (aka First Manassas). Following this battle he would be known henceforth and forever as "Stonewall Jackson."

Pat & Matt are back in the studio, this time with their friend and fellow ranger, Anthony Trusso. Anthony gives the guys a run down on the first large scale land battle of the American Civil War, First Bull Run. Also known as First Manassas, the Battle of Bull Run is infamous for how it ended and what was happening on the side lines. Looking beyond those tropes though, how well is the battle actually understood and just how close did Federal forces come to actually winning this first significant clash of arms?The guys discuss these points, as well as the difficulties of building armies out of whole cloth for both sides. Where are the men coming from? Who was equipping them and was anyone really prepared for struggle when Federal forces marched out of Washington heading for Manassas Junction in July 1861? For those of you interested in how the national tragedy of the Civil War kicked off be sure to check this episode out as it drops on the 161st commemoration of the battle!The History Things Podcast is brought to you by TR Historical, your one-stop shop for all your historical fang gear needs. Shop TRHistorical.com and use the promo code: HISTORY THINGS to receive 10% off your next purchase. Make sure to tell them Pat & Matt sent you!Want to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings here at The History Things Podcast? Make sure to follow us on social media at @TheHistoryThingsPodcast (Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube) and to leave us a 5star rating and review on your favorite podcast app! All questions, comments, and compliments can be sent to HistoryThingsPodcast@gmail.comThanks for listening, we hope you enjoy the show!

Welcome back! today lets talk about secession, and two of the first major battles! https://www.politico.com/story/2010/06/tennessee-secedes-from-the-union-june-8-1861-038227 https://www.ncpedia.org/anchor/secession-and-civil-war https://www.nps.gov/gett/learn/historyculture/civil-war-timeline.htm https://www.americanhistorycentral.com/entries/battle-of-big-bethel/ https://www.nps.gov/mana/learn/historyculture/first-manassas.htm --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/oldhistory/support

After taking the time to eat a big breakfast while under bombardment by Confederate shells, Doubleday and his artillerists get the Union into the fight taking the first shift of the Union defense of Fort Sumpter. But the outnumbered force had to yield in the end.After returning north, Doubleday got his own command - known as the Fort Sumpter Garrison as many of the regulars from Fort Sumpter remined with him - and began participating in the wider Civil War. He did not take part in the first major battle of the war - First Manassas - because he had just helped another force retake Harper's Ferry, but he would be there when Second Manassas kicked off. Not only would he be there, but he would help one of the more famous Union brigades earn its enduring nickname - The Iron Brigade.Despite his success on the battlefield, he continues to clash with senior officers less dedicated to the cause of emancipation and continues to be seen by many as unforgivably less-than-dashing.As always, a very special thanks to Mountain Up Cap Company for its continued help to spread the word about the podcast on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MountainUpCapCompany Climb to Glory!For more information about the podcast visit: ·       The GoA website: https://www.ghostsofarlingtonpodcast.com    ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ghostsofarlingtonpodcast·       Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArlingtonGhosts·       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostsofarlington/

Avery, Codie & Tony reconvene to discuss the Battle of Wilson's Creek a few weeks following the 160th Anniversary. Fought on August 10, 1861, Wilson's Creek was hailed as the "First Manassas of the West" and the second major battle of the American Civil War. The guys discuss the major significances of the battle, and analyze the fight from different angles. They analyze the decisions of Union General Nathaniel Lyon and the type of legacy Wilson's Creek has had in the grander scheme of Civil War memory. Enjoy!

We got all the way back to the beginning of the Civil War again (and eastern theatre) & discuss the battle that made many realize this war was going to be a long, drawn out affair. 

The later summer and fall of 1861 after the Battles of First Manassas and Wilson's Creek were not particularly active, but both armies probed one another and some very important generals made their debuts in the field. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hugh-henry/support

General Johnston moved from the Shenandoah Valley and reinforced General Beauregard in time to face the advance of General Irvin McDowell's Union army. They clashed near Manassas Junction in the first major land battle of the war. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hugh-henry/support

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This episode bridges the gap from the phony war to the first major battle, First Manassas, which we will discuss next time. Several small engagements occupied the time from April-June 1861 and Congress adopted resolutions in early July. The small Battle of Big Bethel on the Virginia Peninsula went in favor of the Confederates, but General McClellan won three small engagements to consolidate Union control of Western Virginia. General Winfield Scott prepared to send his largest army into battle in Northeastern Virginia in July 1861 under Irvin McDowell. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hugh-henry/support

In this episode I look at the afternoon phase of the battle of First Bull Run and how the Yankees took a victory and managed to throw it all away losing the battle and almost losing their army.

In this episode I look at the run up to the First Battle of Bull Run on July 21, 1861 and the plans both sides had for that battle. I then look at the morning phase of the battle itself.

In this episode I examine the beginning stages that led to the first major battle of the war the First Battle of Bull Run or First Manassas. I look at the life of Colonel Thomas Jackson and Brigadier General Joseph Johnston. Then I look at the bumbling first steps of the campaign made by the Union Army and the Battle of Blackburn's Ford

One of the key habits in Stephen Covey’s bestseller The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is “Practice Synergy.” That is, true greatness occurs when people work together and the sum is greater than the individual parts. One of the finest examples of synergy in the Civil War that I know of was that of Lee and Jackson. Both were brilliant generals and strategists on their own, but when they worked together in 1862-1863, they created a string of brilliant victories for the South including Second Manassas, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville. Their victories are all the more remarkable when one realizes they faced Union forces two to four times their size, not to mention the preponderance of Union weapons, resources, and practically everything else. In two of the greatest “What If’s?” of the Civil War, what if Jackson had been given the 10,000 men he asked for right after the Battle of First Manassas. Might he have taken Washington and won the war--and independence--for the South in the first months of the war? And in 1863, had he been alive to work with Lee at Gettysburg, might the South have won there too? It’s mind-boggling to ponder! Take a listen and judge for yourself Have a question or feedback? Maybe a topic you’d like to hear in a future episode? Please email Scott at lifeapppodcast@gmail.com. We’d love to hear from you! If you enjoy our podcasts, please subscribe, write a review, and share them on social media and by word of mouth! Those are GREAT ways to help more people find our podcasts. Please also visit us at www.DreyerCoaching.com; check out the blog posts at the bottom of the page for more information about life in the USA and the crazy English language.

George Brinton McClellan left the army at the rank of captain but, upon the start of the Civil War, soon found himself a major general in overall command of all Union operations.  He was called to Washington to restore order after the disaster at First Manassas, and he built the Army of the Potomac into a first-rate fighting force.  But before long, due to his overly cautious nature, the administration began to run out of patience.  In the Spring of 1862, he took his army to the Virginia Peninsula for an assault on Richmond from the southeast.  On the Peninsula, he encountered an adversary able to expose his weaknesses in Robert E. Lee.   If you have any questions or comments about the show, email us at blueandgreypodcast@gmail.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S.C. Gwynne is a New York Times bestselling author, and award-winning Historian. His book, Rebel Yell, focuses on the Civil War general Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson. Jackson was a brilliant leader and was consider a real ‘rock ‘n’ roll star,’ during the era where his bold strategic maneuvers became famous on an international level. Find out more about this fascinating man in this week’s episode!   Key Takeaways: [4:35] What was Gwynne’s inspiration to writing the book? [6:05] Who was Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson? [13:35] Why was Jackson against the Civil War? [21:30] When the war starts, what was Jackson’s role in the army? [26:30] How did the weapon technology change during this time period? [29:20] How did Jackson get to The first Bull Run? [34:40] Jackson became a mini celebrity after the First Battle of Bull Run. [35:25] What’s the difference between First Bull Run vs. First Manassas? [39:25] Jackson’s men marched 700 miles in 28 days and fought 5 major engagements. [43:35] How did Jackson achieve such maneuvers so quickly and so brightly? [52:00] After Jackson’s Valley Campaign, Robert E. Lee and Jackson form a strong bond.[1:01:25] What was The Seven Days battle about? [1:04:55] Gwynne asks Tim about the Marine Corps rulebook. Jackson had the flu and was falling asleep with food in his mouth. He could not effectively lead his men in that state. Would he be court marshaled in today’s time? [1:09:35] After The Seven Days battle, Lee and Jackson are finally on the same page and head right into the jaws of the dragon. [1:14:00] Jackson was famous for being able to move the army quickly and effectively. [1:16:25] Jackson did tell his men to pack extremely light. [1:19:25] How did armies gather intelligence back then? [1:25:30] Jackson would use his own scouts to trick the enemy’s scouts and to throw off the trail of where his army was. [1:26:05] Gwynee sets the scene for The Battle of Chancellorsville. [1:37:45] Jackson liked to do his own reconnaissance, and, as you can imagine, his army hated that idea. [1:42:00] What was the public’s reaction to Jackson’s death? [1:49:00] What would have been the impact of the war if Jackson did not die? [1:54:15] Jackson was a very religious man. [1:59:00] There was nothing to suggest that Jackson was against the liberation of slaves, but at the same time Jackson owned 6 slaves himself. [2:05:50] Gwynne discusses his upcoming book.   Mentioned in This Episode: Scgwynne.com Rebel Yell: The Violence, Passion, and Redemption of Stonewall Jackson by S. C. Gwynne Civilwar.org

In which we look at Stonewall Jackson's capture of the huge Federal supply depot at Manassas Junction, and his subsequent march to the old battlefield of First Manassas nearby.

In which we conclude our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at the Federal army's retreat and the failure of the Confederates to pursue, and then we offer some final thoughts on the war's first major battle.

In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at the fight for Henry Hill, and then we move over to the action at Chinn Ridge.

In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at the start of the pivotal fight for Henry Hill. Plus, we see how Stonewall Jackson got his famous nickname.

In which we continue with our discussion of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861), looking at how McDowell failed to maintain the initiative after he seized Matthews Hill, and as a result the Confederates had time to forge a defensive line on Henry Hill.

In which we cover the start of the First Battle of Manassas (July 21, 1861)- including the Federals' flanking march to Sudley Ford and the fight for Matthews Hill.

In which we cover the affair at Blackburn's Ford on July 18, 1861. Plus, we look at McDowell's decision to change his plan and attempt to turn the Confederate left flank. 

In which we look at the start of the campaign that culminates with the First Battle of Manassas on July 21, 1861.

In which we set the stage for the beginning of the campaign that culminates with the First Battle of Manassas on July 21, 1861.