JOURNAL ARTICLE

APPOMATTOX.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 149. P. 52 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: BRITTON, RICK 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the final battle of the Civil War, which took place at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865, where Confederate General Robert E. Lee launched a last-ditch attack before surrendering to Union Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant. Despite being outnumbered and facing dire circumstances, Lee's forces attempted a bold assault against Union cavalry and infantry. The battle resulted in significant Confederate losses and ultimately led to Lee's surrender, marking a pivotal moment in the conclusion of the Civil War. The article highlights the desperate situation of the Confederate Army and the subsequent capitulation that signaled the end of the conflict. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/09, Issue 149, p52
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:187184895
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