From Bloody Betio to Mao’s Death Warrant

This Week in American Military History: Nov. 23, 1863:  The battles of the Chattanooga campaign begin between newly appointed commander of the Western armies, Union Maj. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant, and Confederate Gen. Braxton Bragg (yes, Fort Bragg, N.C. is named in his honor). Within days, Union Army forces will attack and capture Orchard Knob, … Continue reading From Bloody Betio to Mao’s Death Warrant