John Singleton Mosby and the Ambush of Union Troops in 1864

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Confederate guerilla leader John Singleton Mosby and his Rangers ambushed Union troops in the winter of 1864, resulting in a bloody defeat. The story is detailed in a bestselling book about Lincoln's special forces and the shadow war during the Civil War.

Key Points

  • Mosby's Rangers ambushed Union troops led by Captain Albert M. Hunter
  • The Union troops were defeated, with many casualties
  • The ambush is described in a bestselling book by Patrick K. O'Donnell

Pros

  • Detailed account of a lesser-known event during the Civil War
  • Reveals the drama of irregular guerrilla warfare and special forces operations

Cons

  • Loss of life on both sides