Battle of Chancellorsville
A Confederate Victory in the American Civil War
Introduction
The Battle of Chancellorsville was a major battle of the American Civil War, fought from April 30 to May 6, 1863. The battle was fought in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, and resulted in a Confederate victory.
The battle began when Confederate General Robert E. Lee launched a surprise attack on Union General Joseph Hooker's army.
The Union army was defeated and forced to retreat. The Confederate army suffered heavy casualties, but the victory was a major boost to their morale.
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