Battle of Shiloh

The Battle of Shiloh, fought in April 1862 during the American Civil War, was a major conflict in Tennessee. Union forces, led by General Ulysses S. Grant, faced surprise attacks from Confederate troops commanded by Generals Albert Sidney Johnston and P.G.T. Beauregard. The battle resulted in heavy casualties on both sides and highlighted the brutal nature of the war. After intense fighting over two days, Union troops managed to hold their ground and ultimately secure a vital victory, demonstrating the importance of determination and strategic positioning in the ongoing struggle for control of the Confederacy.