Gen. Imboden and the 17 mile wagon train

[william42]

Gen. John Imboden was a source of controversy during the war, and sometimes a bit of a pain to Gen. Lee, but in my opinion he handled this task pretty well.

http://www.washtimes.com/civilwar/20051223-100048-3738r.htm

Terry

[Fifth Iowa]

I agree. He certainly accomplished this particular duty in an admirable fashion. (I wouldn't have wanted to be in command of the mission.)

[johan_steele]

Not only well, but superbly. It is a credit to the man that the AoP didn't make a rich haul in POWs.

[manofdreds]

I think its one of the most overlooked feats of the entire campaign. As mentioned Gen'l was quite upset with Imboden. Along with his defeat during the campaign. I'm sure I read that Imboden's lateness caused a chain reaction of tardiness. Law's brigade was late in joing Longstreet for day two because he had to wait for Pickett to come up to guard the wagons and Pickett could not take part in the 2nd days battle because Imboden did not come up with the greatest of speed. Lee was pretty upset at the delay.