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Cedar Rapids Gazette in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

17 Jun 1962

Page 9

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Cedar Rapids Gazette

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Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1962

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9

Untried Generals Face Off Near Richmond in Civil War

West Point graduates George B. McClellan and Robert E. Lee command rival armies in June 1862 as they position for a pivotal clash around Richmond. Lee relies on Stonewall Jackson and Longstreet while McClellan presses his Army of the Potomac toward the Confederate capital, aiming to decide the war.

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Chickahominy River Virginia George B. McClellan Union Robert E. Lee Confederacy Richmond McClellan Washington Allan Pinkerton Irvin McDowell Bull Run Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson Shenandoah Valley George Lee Johnston Fair Oaks Stonewall Jackson Jackson Ashland Richmond & Fredericksburg Chickahominy Pamunkey
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Jackson's Army Delays Shape Seven Days Battle Start

Delayed marchers and deep mud slowed Jackson’s advance near June 24 1862, with the army six miles from the jump-off by nightfall. He urged Lee to move at 2:30 am but woke to 8 am next day, eroding the element of surprise and setting the stage for the Seven Days' battle.

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Batle Longstreet Jackson Lee Beaver Dam
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France Alters Name of Medal

Paris reports the French government says the honorary Colonial medal has been renamed the Overseas medal, reflecting a shift in official designation of the award.

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France Paris UPI Ithe
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