Wilson's Raid

Wilson's Raid, conducted in the fall of 1864 during the American Civil War, was a cavalry operation led by Union General James H. Wilson. The mission aimed to disrupt Confederate supply lines and destroy critical infrastructure in Alabama and Georgia. Wilson's troops targeted railroads and factories to weaken the Southern war effort. The raid successfully captured key locations, including the cities of Montgomery and Selma, and inflicted significant damage on Confederate resources. It was one of the largest cavalry operations of the war, showcasing the Union’s strategic use of cavalry to impact the conflict's outcome.