ACW: Stuart's Ride Around McClellan - "Riding 'Round McClellan"

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General Robert E. Lee has taken command of Confederate forces in and around Richmond following Joseph E. Johnston's wounding at the Battle of Seven Pines, and has begun to reorganize his divisions into the newly-relabeled "Army of Northern Virginia." Lee begins to formulate a strategic plan to counterattack Major General George B. McClellan's massive Union Army of the Potomac sitting outside Richmond, which is preparing to launch a siege of the Southern capital. However, before Lee can finalize his plans for his bold counterattack against the Federals, he needs to gather more intelligence on the Union right flank north of the Chickahominy River, where Lee intends to strike. Turning to his jubilant and flashy Cavalry Brigade commander, Brigadier General J. E. B. Stuart, Lee requests that Stuart take his cavalry regiments on a reconnaissance-in-force mission towards the Army of the Potomac's right flank along the Chickahominy. However, as Stuart's horsemen conduct their long ride, which starts on June 12th, he pushes the extent of his orders and conducts a full ride around McClellan's army. Stuart begins launching small-scale cavalry raids against Union supply bases and picket posts, gathering more intelligence on the Union army's positions as he travels with his troopers, eventually reaching the outskirts of the main Federal supply base on the Peninsula, White House Landing. The supply base is a tempting target for the Confederate horsemen. Will Stuart be able to complete his "Ride Around McClellan"? Or will the Federals figure out what the flashy cavalier is up to and stop him in his tracks?
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Sources:
To the Gates of Richmond: The Peninsula Campaign by Stephen W. Sears
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Army of the Potomac: McClellan's First Campaign, March - May 1862 by Russel H. Beatie
Script Writer - J. Woody
Historical Consultant - Jesse G
Background sounds by Cajun1862
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[@seanmac1793]

Very bold of this Stuart guy. Most impressive hopefully this is a one time thing and he doesn't make it habit of running off when people need him

[@WarhawkYT]

Hopefully he will be very dependable in future campaigns

[@mrbaab5932]

He did the same thing at Gettysburg without scouting his enemy and help to cause the big loss by blinding Lee.

[@illinoismotionpicturestudi5065]

"That is an impeccable hat sir"

[@WarhawkYT]

"we should look to the bible, it has such wars"

[@paulceglinski3087]

The Best Civil War Channel Award: Warhawk

[@ZM7241994]

I was delighted that you mentioned Heros von Borcke AKA the Prussian with the big sword. His "Memoirs Of The Confederate War For Independence" is amazing as it really brings historical characters to life and it includes everything from the battles he was in to camp life to the little adventures he went on such as the time he and Colonel Baker of the 1st NC cavalry went drunk driving in a wagon after a wine tasting. Good video!

[@WarhawkYT]

You're welcome Zach!

[@FieldMarshalYT]

I've always loved the underdiscussed cavalry aspect of the Civil War. This episode was a special treat to me.

[@WarhawkYT]

Ayo its da Field Marshal, glad to hear that gamer

[@marknewton6984]

Mosby was in on it!

[@MatthewChenault]

I know that at least one of the taverns along the route of the ride still stands. For instance, the crossroads at Old Church still has a tavern and it’s out-buildings still standing after nearly two hundred years.

[@richardjohnson4238]

Yes it does. I hunted that area for years. Both deer and relic.

[@MatthewChenault]

@@richardjohnson4238, cool! I’ve passed the area a lot, mostly to see family up that way.

[@WarhawkYT]

Thats cool to hear, I might see it in the coming future!

[@gallantcavalier3306]

“We're the boys who went around McClellian, Went around McClellian, went around McClellian!” “We're the boys who went around McClellian, Bully boys, hey! Bully boys, ho!”

[@WarhawkYT]

Jine the Cavalry

[@gallantcavalier3306]

I hope to see much more of the Cavalry when we get into future videos. This is outstanding!! Love it!! Love it!!! LOVE IT!!!

[@WarhawkYT]

You're welcome Gallant! Glad to see you around!

[@gallantcavalier3306]

@@WarhawkYT Always a pleasure Warhawk!!

[@michaelmccabe3079]

Just wait until we see Grierson's Raid in 1863- the Confederates never topped this one. :D

[@gallantcavalier3306]

@@michaelmccabe3079 OOOOOOO THATS A GOOD ONE!!! And Brandy Station too!!!

[@Mr.Mister2]

I really like your work keep up the great content

[@WarhawkYT]

Thank you MrMister, really glad to hear that!

[@ZOMBII11]

Jeb Stuart: *Rides around McClellan* McClellan: 👁👄👁

[@WarhawkYT]

ack

[@timothyhiggins8934]

Once again, the union's issues of watching their flanks haunts them again. Good video

[@WarhawkYT]

Maybe they will learn one day!

[@awesome24712]

How did this raid harm the Union side besides the morale perspective?

[@timothyhiggins8934]

@@awesome24712 why would anyone want their enemies circling their positions? Besides, there is nothing more important than the safety and morale of your unit. The Ukraine crisis is a prime example of that. They are winning primarily because of their will to fight. With the union's already shaky morale, allowing a cavalry force to sneak behind the lines and wreaking havoc without a strong response would only serve to help lower morale even further, making it hard for field command to make proper actions

[@gregdiiamond3899]

Keep this coming. Found you through Vlogging Through History’s channel. He’s doing a reaction to the battle of Shiloh since the 160th Ann. is coming up. I've been looking for a good CW channel and have found it.

[@kernelklustrrfukk152]

Stuart has always been one of my top 3 Rebel leaders; this beautiful video has now fully-confirmed my decades-held respect and admiration for this man. Thank you-folks as always for your EXCELLENT efforts! (And BTW, Thank you - again - for your addition of "arrows" and "circles" during key moments, as in this video. It's just a further-asset for some folks that may be "Ol' school" or have attention-issues . . . which reminds me . . . I forgot to take my Adderall and WHERE'S THAT DANG' CANE!!)

[@chasechristophermurraydola9314]

If you don’t mind me asking but who are your other top 2 rebel leaders and just saying but my top 3 rebel leaders are Robert Edward Lee, James Longstreet and Patrick Cleburne.

[@WarhawkYT]

You're welcome R. Tee, I hope to improve the videos with every new upload

[@awesome24712]

What strategic objectives were actually accomplished in this raid though? He captured a rail station for a day, and then went home. Then he reported what scouts alone could have reported.

[@footballnick2]

@@awesome24712 I see you posting the same question CONSTANTLY on numerous posts, and I can tell you why. In this raid, besides learning certain information that scouts could have learned, Stuart messed up McClellan's communications and transportation by tearing up miles of rail lines and telegraphs, along with capturing many fresh and worthy horses for his men. Good quantities of other supplies in the form of food, clothes, and other equipment were also captured. All of this was done at the cost of one man. Southern morale was greatly boosted by the stunt along with a strong confidence put forth into the abilities of the Southern cavalryman.

[@robertpizor577]

It's fascinating to me how you portrayed the actual nuts and bolts of why Stuart was so valuable to Lee: firstly in intel and recon, but on a secondary level he served as a wonderful propaganda tool for the Confederacy as a way to boost morale. Awesome vid!

[@WVzombie138]

Knee deep in the Seven Days. Most excellent. @warhawk I got the notification on my phone as I was driving through the Schoolhouse Ridge/Bolivar Heights battlefield area here in Harper's Ferry on my way home. Thought it was a cool coincidence lol. Looking forward to more Seven Days videos buddy! Thanks!

[@WarhawkYT]

Im quite excited for the Seven Days as well!

[@WVzombie138]

@@WarhawkYT bring it on broseph... Really looking forward to Glendale/Frayser's Farm. They say that the Reb's charge there was the biggest infantry charge of the war. Bigger than Pickett's, Shiloh, and Chickamauga even. Cool af episodes inbound!

[@procopiusaugustus6231]

Love the series. I live in Richmond and all these locations are familiar. I go to Hanover Courthouse a lot and I have a friend whose property borders the crossing at Totopapotami Creek.

[@WarhawkYT]

Thats cool to hear, I wish i was closer to civil war battles, youre in the epicenter

[@apathetic11b44]

Same here, I grew up in Chesterfield, now live a bit north of Mechanicsville. It's always a shock looking at Civil War maps and recognize all these places and able to at least visualize the modern version of it. I also lived in Harrisonburg for a while, which was fun recognizing the areas that Jackson's Valley Campaign was fought.

[@steelepartridge6954]

Another excellent video, well done guys.

[@WarhawkYT]

Thank you Steele!

[@moach57]

Very epic video saris and woody, thank you

[@desmondsdesigncenter]

Awesome stuff as usual. It makes you wonder what McClellan is thinking here. Of course he thought he was outnumbered but JEB just circled his entire army going north to south. Why didnt he reinforce his right flank? Battle of Gains Mills could have turned out differently. Was he relying on McDowell to come in from the north? More quotes, love the quotes!! :)

[@michealjones3297]

McClellan was incompetent, see the Pennisula campaign. He was replaced by Pope, who also got his pants pulled down by Lee

[@Knirin]

Probably relying on McDowell. There is some overlap between the events here and Jackson’s Valley Campaign which screwed up a lot of Federal war plans.

[@jrcastrorwc]

Great narration. 👍 keep it up

[@WarhawkYT]

Thank you Roberto!

[@Fitch93]

Currently reading Extraordinary Circumstances by Brian K. Burton. Needless to say, I've been anxiously awaiting your coverage of the Seven Days!

[@WarhawkYT]

I should check that out sometime!

[@TheRealDerekL]

Just found your channel recently Warhawk!!!!! It's awesome!!! Only someone who really knows and cares about American history and culture does content like this. Detail is excellent as I've studied this period in detail as well! Keep it up and thank you!!! P.S. Nice to hear a southerner narrat it too! (Sorry if I'm mistaken you do a good job either way).

[@WarhawkYT]

Welcome Derek L! Im quite southern, sometimes my accent makes it hard to understand lol

[@TheRealDerekL]

@@WarhawkYT Not at all sir your accent only adds to the flavor of the history and complements your channel perfectly!!! Loving it! Look forward to more!

[@MrCytree]

I learned of your channel from Vlogging Through History reacting to one of your video. I am so pleased to have discovered such a trove of fantastic videos. I cannot wait to watch through your back catalogue. Great work.

[@WarhawkYT]

Welcome Curtis D! I hope you enjoy our content!

[@HamanKarn567]

Always look forward to these.

[@WarhawkYT]

Glad to see that Haman!

[@stacyvonn8036]

I watched it twice in a row.....❤️💯❤️💯❤️

[@WarhawkYT]

wow dedicated lol

[@davemartin4183]

Love it!!!!!!! Awesome episode as always

[@WarhawkYT]

Thanks Dave, glad to hear this!

[@micahistory]

good one as always

[@bubbadavid7339]

Love stories of Jeb Stuart!

[@bronzesnake7004]

When Stuart sat down to "take care of his bid'nuz" the entire town heard SPLASH! SPLASH! The man had bowling balls!!! ") Jack ~'()'~

[@dennismitchell5414]

Great video as always !! , Would you consider doing a video on Stuart's ride through Maryland and Pennsylvania at the time of the Gettysburg campaign where he went through Rockville , Urbana , Sykesville , Westminster and Union Mills Maryland into Hanover Pennsylvania and on to Gettysburg ? . Keep up the great work 👍👍

[@JamesTheCivilWarGuy]

Great video war hawk.

[@Legionaer666]

Interesting video. I hope for more cavalry videos in the future.

[@WarhawkYT]

There will be a lot more coming :3

[@Legionaer666]

@@WarhawkYT Nice 😀

[@michealjones3297]

I'm looking forward to watching this, I remember Shelby Foote mentioning this, but I had a hard time visualizing it

[@chasechristophermurraydola9314]

If you don’t mind me asking but when you do the Maryland campaign can you do a video on Jeb Stuart’s second ride around McClellan aka The Raid on Chambersburg and this raid is called the second ride around McClellan because it duplicated his first reconnaissance ride around McClellan and like the raid is interesting to me because the raid contributed to president Lincoln’s decision to replace McClellan but the raid also interests me because on their way back to join Lee’s army they would get within 8 miles (13 km) of a small town that Lee’s army would fight at during the summer of the next year and that small town was none other than Gettysburg and this raid also interests me because like a lot of people around Gettysburg all they think about when they think of chambersburg in the civil war is the burning of chambersburg and during the second ride around McClellan Stuart would not loose a man to death or serious injuries and the second ride around McClellan was longer than the first one with the first one being 100 miles while the second ride was 126 miles and during the second ride Stuart secured the parole of 280 soldiers, captured about 1,200 horses, 30 public officials and at least 8 local free African Americans and Stuart also destroyed a lot of property and the value of the destroyed property was estimated to be about a quarter of a million dollars at the time and the only casualties that Stuart suffered on the second ride around McClellan and also there was more men on the second ride around McClellan because during the first ride 1,200 took place in the first ride but the second ride he would have 600 more men on the second ride bringing a total of 1,800 men.

[@OPFlyFisher304]

Subscribed through VTH. Great content, keep it up.

[@WarhawkYT]

Thanks Todd and welcome!

[@maneuver3559]

Resisting the urge to go all in on an attack at white house landing must have been a hard call for a flamboyant cavalier like Stuart.

[@thereeferramblers256]

I love your content!

[@gallantcavalier3306]

Will we see the accomplishments of Mosby and his Rangers in future videos? His raid on Fairfax Courthouse? The Berryville Wagon Raid? The Fight at Miskells Farm?

[@WarhawkYT]

I think we will, maybe more general stuff similar to Stuart's Ride

[@justinczech1489]

Loudon Heights! Good friends literally live in the house

[@ddjay1363]

"Jine the Cavalry" Good tune that. ;-)

[@WarhawkYT]

fantastic song

[@ddjay1363]

@@WarhawkYT Aye, t'is. The 2nd South Carolina Band do a fine version. Good lads. 🙂

[@Michael-ws7rc]

Well done

[@CivilWarWeekByWeek]

Riding around McClellan isn’t hard he is called little Mac

[@loyalpiper]

Got knows what would happen if he tried to ride around General Scott

[@WarhawkYT]

lol

[@kimjongun1348]

@@loyalpiper He'd have to ride around the whole USA to get around him.

[@charlesbrumback5051]

​@@loyalpiper

[@michaelnewton5873]

This will lead to next years ride in the Gettysburgh campaign.

[@richardjohnson4238]

Now we're talking about where I grew up.

[@WarhawkYT]

Nice!

[@Wotansvolk1972]

Great video

[@alancoe1002]

He should have been doing recon and map making. Neither army had accurate maps of the Peninsula. Stuart did no recon for Lee again until after the disaster of Malvern Hill. This kind of contempt for the foe would return to haunt them during the Gettysburg campaign, with even greater consequences. Thanks for your work.

[@OhioDan]

First Thoughts: "Which ride around McClellan? ... Ah, the first one!" :)

[@calinmarian98]

I still believe Grant should have been commander in Virginia in 1862.

[@avenaoat]

The Confederation had to defend its Capital above everything so I think Grant could reach a better condition at the battlefield only and not the triumph in1862-1863. It is 100% true the Trans Mississippi and the Western Theaters won the Civil War for the Union! After Gettysburg Slocum and Howard corps sent to Western Theater to strengthen (Grant first) Sherman and this was one of root cases of Sherman's victory. Grant arrived east in that time, when his strategic aim was that the North Virginia Army could not send troops against Sherman and Thomas. Only Rosencrans was not the good leader in Georgia in 1863 and the Civil War could have ended in the summer of 1864.

[@WarhawkYT]

Possibly, but hes a western man

[@craiggleason8386]

Awesome

[@raylast3873]

Was he „one of the most famous“ or the most famous cavalry commanders? How many of those did they have at that point in the war?

[@WarhawkYT]

He would be the most famous confederate cavalry commander in the east

[@avnrulz8587]

This settled it; watching Gettysburg tonight.

[@WarhawkYT]

Another glorious 4 hours

[@OldHickoryAndyJackson]

what happened when Buford got repeaters?

[@johngojcevic8731]

Sad he didn’t mention the train skirmish. Apparently the engineer of a train carrying soldiers guns his train through a log palisade.

[@stevencooper4422]

I'll place my knapsack on my back My rfle on my shoulder....

[@Knirin]

Okay, this might be alternative history here, but, could Stuart have captured McClellan or severely damaged his headquarters?

[@Shifty69569]

Anymore ironclad battles?

[@WarhawkYT]

when those battles come up yes

[@Peri0dPH]

Man! I wholeheartedly can't wait to see Forrest's battles soon. I don't really support the Confederacy/South at the slightest bit, but DAMN! they had one of the finest soldiers from the Midst - Late parts of the whole bloody Conflict. Praise to you @Warsaw Hawk ❤

[@marknewton6984]

Forrest was awesome.

[@jeffreyallen3461]

Let's Go Charles Condell

[@WarhawkYT]

ya!

[@CatWithBagOnHead]

Bed/background music is a little too loud. Well done elsewise.

[@WarhawkYT]

are you sure? Its just right to me

[@WVzombie138]

Lil' Mac always gets shit on by the Lincoln fanboi crew, and it NEVER fails that they'll say that he had "the slows" lol. But let's be real about this, and my buddy Dennis Frye former park superintendent and chief historian at Antietam and Harper's Ferry National Parks agrees. McClellan saved the United States no less than 2 times from ignominious defeat and a permanently divided nation. Once after 1st Manassas and again after 2nd Manassas at Antietam. He ought to get the respect the dude deserves as a legitimate American hero.

[@stephennewton2223]

I can't remember much about after 1st Manassas. I don't recall much threat to be saved from. He did a bunch of organizing and training. At Antietam he should have destroyed Lee and maybe ended the war. Without that army the South could not live.

[@elmascapo6588]

@@stephennewton2223 - implying the army could have been destroyed with the incredible amount of calvary the union had (1 divition)

[@spurs6465]

Yeehaw moment

[@johnwinter7597]

I dream of being on that ride

[@WarhawkYT]

Dont we all

[@marknewton6984]

Ride on!

[@cal4837]

This guy’s biggest legacy moment was pretty void of substance.

[@cal4837]

Unless you consider his biggest legacy moment his disappointment at Gettysburg

[@BudMasta]

Joan of arc was the same, she had zero tactical thought beyond charge them, "won" very few battles, and still became a saint. Many stories you think are full of substance are just myths or written by people that lied.

[@cal4837]

@@BudMasta at least Joan of Arc became a symbol of a successful movement… Jeb is a revered loser

[@marknewton6984]

Ride on!

[@АлексейГурков-л7у]

I have sent you Russian subtitles for the Battle of Ball's Bluff by email.

[@WarhawkYT]

Thank you

[@АлексейГурков-л7у]

@@WarhawkYT The next Russian subtitles have been sent to you. This is the Battle of Belmont.

[@christophero55]

I love your videos but I have to say I did not enjoy the waving flags/pictures on the map. It was too busy for me, and looked like a heat mirage. I personally would prefer for only the flags and not the pictures to wave on the map in the video if you can do that, or if not than for both to remain static. It is a minor gripe though. Great video overall.

[@nathanbrady8529]

Stuart: the Confederate Murat

[@WarhawkYT]

Quite a comparison

[@kennkoala]

I like this series but I do wish they'd spend less time on describing the leaders and the make up of the armies, much of it is irrelevant.

[@WarhawkYT]

This ride was important and it ascertained important facts that help Lee develop his operation against the federal right flank, no battle can be fought in won without knowing what you are fighting

[@awesome24712]

@@WarhawkYT Could scouts alone not have done this?