Tag Archives: John Pemberton

The Battle of Gettysburg – 147th Anniversary

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Michael Noirot

This is the 147th anniversary of the close of the Battle of Gettysburg.  It is also the 147th anniversary of the “interview” between CSA Lieutenant General John C. Pemberton and US Major General Ulysses S. Grant at Vicksburg, Mississippi.  On … Continue reading →

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A Visit to Laurel Hill Cemetery

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Michael Noirot

On a recent trip to the Philadelphia area I had an opportunity to visit Laurel Hill Cemetery.  Established in 1836 by John Jay Smith, it sits on 78 acres of rolling hills overlooking the Schuylkill River.  Having missed many opportunities … Continue reading →

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The Siege of Vicksburg Commences

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Michael Noirot

One hundred forty-seven years ago, while US Major General Joe Hooker was reeling from his thrashing at Chancellorsville, Major General Ulysses S. Grant, commanding the Army of the Tennessee, was marching through Mississippi.  On this day in the Civil War, … Continue reading →

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Grierson’s Raid – Effective Use of Cavalry in the West

Posted on April 17, 2010 by Michael Noirot

Benjamin Grierson’s Raid – April 17 through May 2, 1863 During the spring of 1863, US Major General Ulysses S. Grant was planning his offensive to capture Vicksburg.  Vicksburg was positioned high above a horseshoe shaped bend of the Mississippi River.  … Continue reading →

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The Father of Waters Again Goes Unvexed to the Sea

Posted on July 4, 2009 by Michael Noirot

July 4, 2009 – the 233d anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.  Today is a day for picnics, baseball, apple pie, music and fireworks.  We enjoy living in the greatest republic in the world.  No matter … Continue reading →

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Ulysses S. Grant Attacks Vicksburg

Posted on May 22, 2009 by Michael Noirot

On May 22, 1863, US Major General Ulysses S. Grant ordered a major attack against the Confederate works at Vicksburg, Mississippi.(i)  Grant did not want a siege – he wanted a breakthrough.  Grant had enjoyed a string of successful battles … Continue reading →

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