Into the Corn: The Story of the 6th Wisconsin
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On September 17, 1862, Union and Confederate armies clashed near Sharpsburg, Maryland, in what would become the bloodiest single day in American history. As artillery thundered across the landscape and infantrymen advanced into the smoke, the soldiers of the 6th Wisconsin Infantry entered the fight.
In this episode, we take you to the Antietam battlefield to explore the 6th Wisconsin's experience during this brutal engagement. By walking the ground where these men fought, we’ll examine the terrain, the challenges they faced, and the events that unfolded on one of the most consequential days of the American Civil War.
Through battlefield exploration and the stories of the men who fought here, we aim to bring the history of Antietam to life and help you better understand what these soldiers experienced.
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