Stonewall Jackson's Headquarter - with Aaron Siever
New for October 2026
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1h 10m
How did “Stonewall” Jackson turn the Shenandoah Valley into a strategic headache for the Union?
In this episode of Battlefield Banter, I’m joined by Aaron Siever of Aaron’s Civil War Travels at “Stonewall” Jackson’s Headquarters in Winchester, Virginia, to explore Jackson’s operations in the Valley during 1861–62.
Recorded at the historic house Jackson used as his headquarters during the winter of 1861–62, our conversation follows the development of one of the Civil War’s most famous campaigns. We discuss why the Shenandoah Valley mattered, the challenges Jackson faced, and how rapid marches, secrecy, and the region’s geography helped him keep Union commanders off balance.
Along the way, we examine Jackson’s leadership, the successes and setbacks that shaped the campaign, and the consequences of fighting in the Valley while Union forces threatened Richmond. It’s a chance to connect the decisions made at headquarters with the movements and battles that helped establish Jackson’s reputation.
Join us for a conversation about the commander, the campaign, and the historic setting that brings their story into focus.
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