Saphroneth
Lt. Colonel
- Joined
- Feb 18, 2017
But that's not really how it works out, at least not if you look at the calculation numbers. For example:Not by itself, but when coupled with the generally poor leadership the Union had in the East early in the war versus the tactical geniuses of Jackson and Lee it becomes clear why the Union had higher casualties. I think most of the rank and file on both sides were hard fighters and both deserve our respect.
Seven Days - Confederates attacking, Confederates more numerous, higher Confederate casualties
Second Bull Run - Union and Confederates both attacking at different times, Union more numerous, higher Union casualties
Antietam - Union attacking, Union more numerous, higher Confederate casualties
Fredericksburg - Union attacking, Union more numerous, higher Union casualties
Chancellorsville - Confederates attacking, Union more numerous, higher Union casualties
If you look at CEVs, then the Confederates consistently outperform the Union except for McClellan's battles.