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Known to the North as Antietam and to the South as Sharpsburg, this battle was the bloodiest single day of the Civil War. ... Luckily, a Union corporal had stumbled upon the Confederate battle plan. ... But McClellan wasnt eager for battle. ... But then fresh Southern troops entered the battle, causing the Union soldiers to retreat. ... But in that lull of the battle, Jackson had time to re adjust his line in an arc. ...
The first phase of Antietam was devastating for both sides. Just after these four hours of battle, around 8,000 men lay dead or dying. ... " The morning was but a prelude to the complete battle, though. ... The worst part of the matter is that it didnt really help either side win the battle. ... "
The last phase of Antietam took place at a stone bridge crossing Antietam Creek. ... But when he heard sounds of battle in the distance, he took most of his troops and marched them to Antietam. ... This was the final action of Antietam. ... The Battle of Antietam was over. ...
Antietam was the bloodiest day of the Civil War. ... Almost four times the Americans died at Antietam than at the beaches of Normandy. ... In one day of battle, almost 23,000 men died. One can just imagine what would happen if Antietam went on longer.
The North claimed victory at Antietam. This was considered a major battle. ... So, partially because of the victory at Antietam, Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. ...
Antietam was a terrible battle. ... The battle at Bloody Lane could have been two hours shorter if the Union had gotten above the Confederates quicker. If Burnside had forded Antietam Creek, thousands of lifes could have been saved. ... As a closing note, Id like to say that Antietam really shows what the Civil War was like.
Approximate Word count = 1469
Approximate Pages = 5.9
(250 words per page double spaced)
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