May 7 - September 2, 1864 Atlanta Campaign (may 7, 1864 – sep 2, 1864)
Description:
The Atlanta Campaign was a major win for the Union, boosting Northern morale and hastening the Confederacy's defeat. Union General William T. Sherman fought against Confederate generals Joseph E. Johnston and John B. Hood in a series of battles in Northern Georgia, where he forced surrender of Atlanta. After this event, General Sherman embarked on his March to the Sea. It was a Union victory.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 7, 1864
sep 2, 1864
~ 3 months and 28 days