Confederate States Army

The Confederate States Army was the military land force of the Confederate States of America (CSA) during the American Civil War (1861–1865). It was established in 1861 to defend the seceding Southern states from the Union Army.

Formation and Organization

The Confederate States Army was formed in February 1861, following the secession of seven Southern states from the United States. The army was initially composed of state militias and volunteers. The Confederate Congress authorized the recruitment of 100,000 troops in March 1861.

The army was organized into several departments and commands, with the most notable being the Army of Northern Virginia, commanded by General Robert E. Lee. Other significant armies included the Army of Tennessee and the Army of Mississippi.

Leadership

The Confederate States Army was led by several prominent generals, including:

• Robert E. Lee - Commander of the Army of Northern Virginia
• Stonewall Jackson - Noted for his tactical prowess
• J.E.B. Stuart - Cavalry commander known for his reconnaissance
• James Longstreet - Senior commander under Lee

Major Battles

The Confederate States Army participated in numerous battles during the American Civil War, including:

• Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas)
• Battle of Antietam
• Battle of Gettysburg
• Battle of Chancellorsville
• Siege of Vicksburg

Decline and Surrender

By 1865, the Confederate States Army was severely weakened due to lack of resources, manpower, and the successful campaigns of the Union Army. The army's decline culminated in the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865, effectively ending the Confederate resistance.

Legacy

The Confederate States Army is remembered for its role in the American Civil War and its impact on American history. The army's legacy is controversial, as it is associated with the defense of slavery and secession.

See Also

• Confederate States Navy
• Confederate States Marine Corps
• Union Army
• American Civil War

References

• American Civil War
• Confederate States of America

External Links

• [Confederate States Army on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confederate_States_Army)

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  Battle flag of the Confederate States of America

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  Seal of the Confederate States of America

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  Private Edwin Francis Jemison

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  Resistance to Confederate conscription

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  Men of Virginia to the Rescue! (May 1861)

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  CW Arty M1857 Napoleon front

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  Robert Edward Lee

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  Corporal Artillery CS Army

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  Adam J. Slemmer in Confederate Battery at Warrington Across From Fort Pickens 1861

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  Artillery Charleston 1863