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The '''Confederate States Army''' was the military land force of the [[Confederate States of America]] (CSA) during the [[American Civil War]] (1861–1865). It was established in 1861 to defend the seceding Southern states from the [[Union Army]].
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The '''Confederate States Army''' (CSA) was the military land force of the [[Confederate States of America]] during the [[American Civil War]] (1861–1865). It was established in 1861 to defend the newly formed Confederacy against the [[Union Army]] of the [[United States]]. The Confederate States Army was composed of various units from the seceded states and was led by prominent generals such as [[Robert E. Lee]], [[Stonewall Jackson]], and [[J.E.B. Stuart]].
== Formation and Organization ==
The Confederate States Army was formed in February 1861, following the secession of seven Southern states from the [[United States]]. The army was initially composed of state militias and volunteers. The [[Confederate Congress]] authorized the recruitment of 100,000 troops in March 1861.


==Formation and Organization==
The army was organized into several departments and commands, with the most notable being the [[Army of Northern Virginia]], commanded by [[General Robert E. Lee]]. Other significant armies included the [[Army of Tennessee]] and the [[Army of Mississippi]].
The Confederate States Army was formed in early 1861 following the secession of seven Southern states from the Union. These states formed the Confederate States of America, and the need for a unified military force became apparent. The Confederate Congress authorized the creation of the army, and President [[Jefferson Davis]] appointed [[Robert E. Lee]] as one of its first generals.


The army was organized into several departments and armies, each responsible for different regions of the Confederacy. The most notable of these were the [[Army of Northern Virginia]], commanded by General Robert E. Lee, and the [[Army of Tennessee]], which saw various commanders throughout the war.
== Leadership ==
The Confederate States Army was led by several prominent generals, including:
* [[Robert E. Lee]] - Commander of the Army of Northern Virginia
* [[Stonewall Jackson]] - Noted for his tactical prowess
* [[J.E.B. Stuart]] - Cavalry commander known for his reconnaissance
* [[James Longstreet]] - Senior commander under Lee


==Major Campaigns and Battles==
== Major Battles ==
The Confederate States Army participated in numerous significant battles and campaigns during the American Civil War. Some of the most notable include:
The Confederate States Army participated in numerous battles during the [[American Civil War]], including:
* [[Battle of Bull Run]] (First Manassas)
* [[Battle of Antietam]]
* [[Battle of Gettysburg]]
* [[Battle of Chancellorsville]]
* [[Siege of Vicksburg]]


* [[First Battle of Bull Run]] (1861)
== Decline and Surrender ==
* [[Battle of Antietam]] (1862)
By 1865, the Confederate States Army was severely weakened due to lack of resources, manpower, and the successful campaigns of the [[Union Army]]. The army's decline culminated in the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at [[Appomattox Court House]] on April 9, 1865, effectively ending the Confederate resistance.
* [[Battle of Fredericksburg]] (1862)
* [[Battle of Chancellorsville]] (1863)
* [[Battle of Gettysburg]] (1863)
* [[Siege of Vicksburg]] (1863)
* [[Battle of Atlanta]] (1864)
* [[Appomattox Campaign]] (1865)


==Leadership==
== Legacy ==
The Confederate States Army was led by several prominent generals, with [[Robert E. Lee]] being the most notable. Lee's leadership in the [[Army of Northern Virginia]] earned him a reputation as one of the greatest military commanders in American history. Other key leaders included [[Stonewall Jackson]], known for his tactical brilliance, and [[J.E.B. Stuart]], famed for his cavalry operations.
The Confederate States Army is remembered for its role in the [[American Civil War]] and its impact on American history. The army's legacy is controversial, as it is associated with the defense of [[slavery]] and [[secession]].


==Challenges and Decline==
== See Also ==
The Confederate States Army faced numerous challenges throughout the war, including shortages of supplies, manpower, and resources. The Union's naval blockade severely limited the Confederacy's ability to import goods, and internal dissent also weakened the war effort. By 1865, the Confederate States Army was severely depleted, and following the surrender of General Lee at [[Appomattox Court House]], the remaining Confederate forces gradually surrendered, marking the end of the Confederate States Army.
* [[Confederate States Navy]]
* [[Confederate States Marine Corps]]
* [[Union Army]]
* [[American Civil War]]


==Legacy==
== References ==
The legacy of the Confederate States Army is complex and controversial. While some view the army's leaders and soldiers as defenders of states' rights and Southern heritage, others see them as defenders of slavery and rebellion against the United States. The Confederate battle flag and other symbols associated with the army remain contentious in American society.
 
==Related Pages==
* [[American Civil War]]
* [[American Civil War]]
* [[Confederate States of America]]
* [[Confederate States of America]]
* [[Union Army]]
* [[Robert E. Lee]]
* [[Stonewall Jackson]]
* [[J.E.B. Stuart]]
* [[Jefferson Davis]]
* [[Army of Northern Virginia]]
* [[Army of Tennessee]]


[[Category:Confederate States Army]]
== External Links ==
[[Category:American Civil War]]
* [Confederate States Army on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confederate_States_Army)
[[Category:Military history of the United States]]
 
{{American Civil War}}
{{Confederate States of America}}


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File:Seal of the Confederate States of America.svg|Seal of the Confederate States of America
File:Private Edwin Francis Jemison.jpg|Private Edwin Francis Jemison
File:Resistance to Confederate conscription.jpg|Resistance to Confederate conscription
File:Men of Virginia to the Rescue! (May 1861).jpg|Men of Virginia to the Rescue! (May 1861)
File:CW Arty M1857 Napoleon front.jpg|CW Arty M1857 Napoleon front
File:Robert Edward Lee.jpg|Robert Edward Lee
File:Corporal Artillery CS Army.jpg|Corporal Artillery CS Army
File:AdamJSlemmerinConfederateBatteryAtWarringtonAcrossFromFortPickens1861.jpg|Adam J. Slemmer in Confederate Battery at Warrington Across From Fort Pickens 1861
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Latest revision as of 06:17, 3 March 2025

The Confederate States Army was the military land force of the Confederate States of America (CSA) during the American Civil War (1861–1865). It was established in 1861 to defend the seceding Southern states from the Union Army.

Formation and Organization[edit]

The Confederate States Army was formed in February 1861, following the secession of seven Southern states from the United States. The army was initially composed of state militias and volunteers. The Confederate Congress authorized the recruitment of 100,000 troops in March 1861.

The army was organized into several departments and commands, with the most notable being the Army of Northern Virginia, commanded by General Robert E. Lee. Other significant armies included the Army of Tennessee and the Army of Mississippi.

Leadership[edit]

The Confederate States Army was led by several prominent generals, including:

Major Battles[edit]

The Confederate States Army participated in numerous battles during the American Civil War, including:

Decline and Surrender[edit]

By 1865, the Confederate States Army was severely weakened due to lack of resources, manpower, and the successful campaigns of the Union Army. The army's decline culminated in the surrender of General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865, effectively ending the Confederate resistance.

Legacy[edit]

The Confederate States Army is remembered for its role in the American Civil War and its impact on American history. The army's legacy is controversial, as it is associated with the defense of slavery and secession.

See Also[edit]

References[edit]

External Links[edit]









Confederate States of America
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    Battle flag of the Confederate States of America
  • Seal of the Confederate States of America
    Seal of the Confederate States of America
  • Private Edwin Francis Jemison
    Private Edwin Francis Jemison
  • Resistance to Confederate conscription
    Resistance to Confederate conscription
  • Men of Virginia to the Rescue! (May 1861)
    Men of Virginia to the Rescue! (May 1861)
  • CW Arty M1857 Napoleon front
    CW Arty M1857 Napoleon front
  • Robert Edward Lee
    Robert Edward Lee
  • Corporal Artillery CS Army
    Corporal Artillery CS Army
  • Adam J. Slemmer in Confederate Battery at Warrington Across From Fort Pickens 1861
    Adam J. Slemmer in Confederate Battery at Warrington Across From Fort Pickens 1861
  • Artillery Charleston 1863
    Artillery Charleston 1863
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