Army of Tennessee

The Army of Tennessee was a major Confederate military group during the American Civil War (1861-1865), primarily operating in the Western Theater, including states like Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi. Led by generals such as Braxton Bragg and Joseph Johnston, it played key roles in battles like Chickamauga and Chattanooga. The army was known for its strategic campaigns targeting Union forces and infrastructure but ultimately faced defeat as the Confederacy weakened. Its operations significantly influenced the course of the Civil War in the western regions, symbolizing the Southern effort to resist Union advances.