What was the most significant event on April 9 during the U.S. Civil War?

7 people responded to this survey between 4/9/2016 - 4/10/2022.

14%

1 participant responded: 1862: Burying the dead by companies and burning dead horses after Shiloh. “The ground is so thoroughly soaked that it is difficult to dig the graves deep enough and keep out the water. We bury our dead by companies, all of one company in one grave, and if

0 participants responded: 1864: Battle of Pleasant Hill, Arkansas. A Union tactical victory, but a Confederate strategic victory for CSA Maj. Gen. Richard Taylor, since Major General Nathaniel P. Banks chooses to retreat in the face of victory. At about 5:00 PM, CSA Brig. Gen. Ca

0 participants responded: 1864: Confederate torpedo boat Squib, Lieutenant Hunter Davidson, successfully exploded a spar torpedo against large steam frigate U.S.S. Minnesota, Lieutenant Commander John H. Upshur, off Newport News, Virginia. The torpedo exploded against the Minnesot

43%

3 participants responded: 1865: Beleaguered by Federal troops and cut off from desperately needed supplies, the worn-out and weary Army of Northern Virginia moved west after the fall of Petersburg and Richmond. Lt. Gen. Ulysses S. Grant gave chase, drawing an ever-tightening noose

43%

3 participants responded: All of the above; other [please explain] many other actions are mentioned in my response below.