This course explores the Trans-Mississippi Department, which encompassed the Confederate states of Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, and western Louisiana, along with the Indian Territory (modern-day Oklahoma). After the Union gained control of the Mississippi River in 1863, this region became isolated from the rest of the Confederacy, creating unique military and political changes. As the Confederacy collapsed east of the river, Trans-Mississippi forces continued to fight, ultimately engaging in the final battle of the Civil War at Palmito Ranch in Texas on May 12-13, 1865, weeks after General Robert E. Lee’s surrender. Join us as we examine the overlooked campaigns, leadership, and legacy of this isolated Confederate frontier and its significance in ending the war.
Gerald Flinchum
1970-1988 U.S. Army veteran, service to include; Vietnam, Georgia National Guard, U.S. Army Reserves, Commissioned officer Georgia State Defense Force. Retired telecommunications & networking fields, since 2002, over 30 years work-service. Married 26 years, 2 children. Author of 8 historical softbound books, local history, family history & articles for N.C. County Heritage series. Over 10 lectures since 2014 on local Civil War history; county historical societies, libraries, Woodstock Welcome Center & various veteran groups. Current Projects: The Civil War in Pickens County, Vietnam Veteran project & Guerrilla War in Georgia.
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