Events with tag - Artillery Battle

January 8, 1815

Battle of New Orleans

The Battle of New Orleans was a decisive American victory against British forces on January 8-18, 1815. Led by Major General Andrew Jackson, American forces of 4,000 troops defeated 8,000 British soldiers, despite the battle occurring after the war had officially ended with the Treaty of Ghent.

April 12, 1861

Battle of Fort Sumter

The Confederate bombardment of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, marked the beginning of the American Civil War. After 34 hours of artillery fire, the Union garrison surrendered the fort, catalyzing the nation's descent into full-scale civil war.

April 13, 1861

Fort Sumter Surrenders

The surrender of Fort Sumter on April 13, 1861, marked the beginning of the American Civil War. After 34 hours of Confederate bombardment, Union Major Robert Anderson surrendered the fort to Confederate forces, making it the first major Confederate victory of the war.

July 4, 1863

Battle of Vicksburg

The Battle of Vicksburg was a pivotal 47-day siege during the American Civil War, where Union forces under General Ulysses S. Grant captured the Confederate stronghold, effectively splitting the Confederacy and gaining control of the Mississippi River.