The Battle of Mill Springs, Kentucky

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The Battle of Mill Springs, fought on January 19, 1862, marked a significant Union victory amidst the chaos of inexperienced soldiers clashing in muddy Kentucky woods. This battle not only restored confidence after the Bull Run disaster but also secured Kentucky for the Union, paving the way for further invasions into Tennessee. Historian Stuart Sanders details key events, including General Felix Zollicoffer's fateful encounter with Union lines and General George Thomas's heroics, highlighting the battle's crucial impact on the Civil War.