2nd Battle of Manassas

The Second Battle of Manassas, fought in August 1862 during the American Civil War, was a major Confederate victory near Manassas, Virginia. Union forces attempted to seize strategic positions but were outflanked and overwhelmed by Confederate troops under General Robert E. Lee. The battle resulted in heavy casualties and forced the Union to retreat, boosting Confederate morale. It marked a significant Confederate advance into Northern Virginia and set the stage for subsequent campaigns. The battle demonstrated the importance of coordination and intelligence, and remains a pivotal moment illustrating the fierce, complex nature of Civil War combat.