About This BlogAs the United States' first national military park, created in August 1890, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is steeped in history spanning from pre-history, to the Civil War, and finally to World War II. This blog is a way for park staff to share the stories, occurrences, and ramblings associated with these various, nationally significant time periods. At times, you may even find a little modern history sprinkled in as well. A View of Confederate General Braxton Bragg's Conduct as Army Commander
January 08, 2021
Getting his army back to the safety of Dalton, Georgia, after the disastrous defeat at Missionary Ridge, General Braxton Bragg submitted his resignation as commander of the Army of Tennessee on December 2, 1863, in what has generally been portrayed as being happily received by the soldiers of his army. Was it really received in such a way? |
Last updated: January 8, 2021