Battle of Bull Run
As the bright red sun was slowly setting over their shoulders on the balmy evening of August 28, 1862, Union troops marching east along the Warrenton Turnpike knew nothing of what awaited them. Read more
Battle of Bull Run
It was July 18, 1861, and Irvin McDowell was frustrated…
Being recently appointed to command Lincoln’s Army of Northeastern Virginia, he left Washington to engage with the enemy in what would be the first battle of the American Civil War. Read more
Battle of Bull Run
With World War I raging across the muddy battlefields of Europe, the Allies were pressed for personnel to man their ever-increasing air forces. Read more
Battle of Bull Run
The New Englanders crept forward through the thick woods toward the Rebel position at mid-afternoon. Trading volleys with the Confederates behind the natural trench afforded by the unfinished railroad line during the Battle of Second Manassas in summer 1862 had so far proved unsuccessful throughout the scorching hot summer day. Read more
Battle of Bull Run
One of the primary reasons given for the Union defeat at the First Battle of Bull Run was the lack of adequate cavalry. Read more
Battle of Bull Run
On a warm morning in July 1861, the Union Army marched forth with bands playing and regimental flags flying. Read more
Battle of Bull Run
The first thing that strikes a visitor to Henry Hill at Manassas National Battlefield Park is the spectacular view. Read more
