The Mississippi River was a crucial asset to the Union and Confederacy in the Civil War. Control of it was essential for victory. Joining us to discuss it's significance is Neil P. Chatelain. Neil is an author of two books about the Civil War and several articles including, "Annual Freshet Impacts on 1862's Mississippi River Campaign."

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Neil's articles: https://www.neilpchatelain.com/magazine-journal-articles

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The Battle of Fredericksburg was one of the most significant and somber battles of the American Civil War. It conceived multiple firsts in U.S. military history and joining us to shed light on this pivotal moment is Michael G. Stroud, a renowned military historian and author with a master's degree from American Military University.

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