The Battle Of Wilson's Creek 1861

Battle of Oak Hills, American Civil War, August 10 1861, Nathaniel Lyon, Sterling Price, Ben McCulloch, Missouri Civil War, Union forces, Confederate forces, Bloody Hill, Franz Sigel, Camp Jackson Affair, historical battles, Civil War history, military strategy, personal heroism, war stories.
The Battle of Wilson's Creek, also known as the Battle of Oak Hills, was a pivotal early conflict in the American Civil War. Taking place on August 10, 1861, near Springfield, Missouri, this fierce battle saw Union forces under Brigadier General Nathaniel Lyon clash with the Confederate troops led by Major General Sterling Price and General Ben McCulloch. The struggle for control over the strategically vital border state of Missouri intensified as both sides engaged in brutal combat.
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Join us as we delve into the gripping narrative of the Battle of Wilson's Creek, fought on August 10, 1861. This early and significant engagement in the American Civil War was marked by strategic maneuvers, intense battles, and personal heroism. The political landscape in Missouri was fraught with tension as Union forces, led by Brigadier General Nathaniel Lyon, aimed to keep the state in Union hands against the Confederate aspirations of Governor Claiborne Fox Jackson and his allies.
In this video, we explore the daring night-before battle plans, the chaos of the dawn attack, and the fierce fight for Bloody Hill. Experience the courage of Brigadier General Lyon, the strategic missteps of Colonel Franz Sigel, and the resilience of the Confederate troops under Major General Sterling Price and General Ben McCulloch. Witness personal moments of soldiers like Private John D. Wood, who drew strength from family, and the final stand of General Lyon, whose leadership inspired his men until his last breath.
Discover the lessons learned from this historic clash and how it shaped the course of the Civil War. Don't miss this detailed and vivid recounting of the Battle of Wilson's Creek, where every decision, mistake, and act of bravery had profound consequences.
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[@jeffreyrobinson3555]

Some points The battle is called Wilson’s Creek but took place along Wilson creek. This was the first campaign of the war, starting before the Bulls Run campaign and was the second major battle in time, second confederate victory. Missouri did pass articles of succession in government in exile.

[@kevenpinder7025]

3:52. Price's horse has 5 legs. Puh'lease...

[@tjschoenlein5189]

As a Missouri armchair historian I offer a couple thoughts. Show only period relevant photos. Stay objective in your narrative. Missouri had the second most battles of the civil war. Missouri was accepted by the confederacy and represents the 12th star on the flag.

[@user-ns7tk9mr2b]

why no maps to make it easier to follow the battle?

[@henrys4838]

In the absence of photos of place and time, AI imagery can carry the narrative. However, some that AI imagery are inconsistent with that period. Are those soldiers wear hard headwear? If so, I believe that was before helmets made their advent.

[@jamesorth6460]

6:11 crap why not Panzer tanks as well

[@michaelnewton5873]

The Union left Lyon's body behind they had to return and steal it and then buried it in John Phelps garden when the retreated. It eventually went to his family in Connecticut.

[@Pasthistoryunvailed]

Yes... You are correct

[@ghewitt94]

Yes, the AI horse without a head is off putting.

[@warrenwhite8605]

Helmets in 1861. Come on, check your work before you publish.

[@reynardthefox]

to my knowledge helmets were common in American and European cavalry units.. note the charge of the Light Brigade .. 1850's certain American units had them too ...

[@jeromedavid7944]

Looks more like the Hessians or Prussians fought with the North. I think it was at the battle of the River of Blood. The Germans held the line along the 13th and 14th fairways where they dealt the South the most concentration of causalities while the South had initially forged the Potomac. They were pushed back by the Duetsche soldiers dressed in Blue into the river stained red with rebel blood. US History 201 from Trump University curriculum, lectures, and textbooks. And MAGA morons are worried about CRT!

[@jeffreyrobinson3555]

@@reynardthefoxthat’s infantry shown with helmets He was not camped anywhere near Wilson creek, he was closer to Springfield, marched through what’s now Republic about four thirty.

[@jeffreyrobinson3555]

It’s now heavily wooded but at the time it was mostly pasture and corn fields You don’t see hundreds of year old trees on the field today. There were about a hundred people living in the area of the battle, the Wire road ran through the field

[@jamesorth6460]

AI stands for Asinine Intelligence

[@Frank-k4h]

Why all the fake AI generated art? It's of no value and historical significance.

[@keithwortelhock6078]

Bloody awful AI pictures. Steel helmets and five-legged horses. Maps would have been nice.

[@alabamatechwriter6959]

AI "HISTORY" SUCKS