Second Battle of Bull Run, Full Video | Animated Battle Map

The entire Second Battle of Bull Run Animated Battle Map

On his way to invade the North for the first time, Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia faced off with John Pope's Army of Virginia at the Second Battle of Manassas. On August 28, 1862, Rufus King's Division encountered Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson's Second Corps and that would begin the Second Battle of Bull Run. It would rage for two more days as Longstreet's Corps tried to link up with Jackson and Pope attempted to defeat Jackson before that junction could be made.

Early on August 29, 1862, the Union Army of Virginia attempted to locate Stonewall Jackson's Corps. Major General Franz Sigel's Corps, along with divisions of other corps, would scour the woods north of Groveton to find the rebel commander. As the Union probed Jackson's lines, the Confederates fought off numerous attacks waiting for reinforcements under James Longstreet to arrive.

Stonewall Jackson grew concerned about Longstreet's Wing of the Army of Northern Virginia and whether it would reach him in time to fend off the attacks leveled at Jackson's defensive line by General John Pope. On August 29, 1862, Pope sends repeated attacks against Jackson, but fails to dislodge him, although many times he came close.

On the third day at the Second Battle of Manassas, Jackson must withstand another major attack by General Pope's Army of Virginia. General Longstreet will move his wing against Pope and crush him on part of the First Bull Run battlefield.

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[moderndaywyattearp]

So this is a play by play of me seeing this video.
“45 mins? When the hell do I have time to watch this? I’ve got kids man!”
34 minutes later
“Dad can I come inside?”
“No! I told you to get your butts outside and stay out there till I’m done watching this! Leave me alone!”

I’m more than ok with my parenting choices.

[gallantcavalier]

More full battles please, loved this video and the outro, love your entire channel and hope to see more videos.

[darrenmonks]

I'm a 50 year old Australian history teacher, and I love your civil war history... fascinating.

[chidy]

I badly want more videos like this. There are a few, but not enough, channels that do in depth battle maps and analysis. I vastly prefer this kind of in depth review of battles in the 18-19th century, and while there are a ton of great videos to get a quick overview there are not nearly enough that take the time and show the tactics of the battles as opposed to the general strategy and a few noteworthy actions.
Thank you for the time you put in to this.

[Lone_GamerUK]

It still amazes me how many of these battles were waves and waves of back and forth with such high deaths and injuries, only for many of the battles we all know made famous are often only days, weeks apart - just constant killing time after time, must have been terrible experience for any that lived.

Alos we as armchair generals and historians with all the knowledge of positions, and results but for those in battle the fog of war, constant loss of officers and battle field enviroments it must have been so confusing and such a mess for many it amazing how disciplined many were and testiment to will power for those from both sides and shear terror for those facing certain death.

Another fantastic showcase and covering of the battles - much appreacited 👌

[Gort-zsph]

Superb battle details from the regimental level. Thank you, will be watching all your shows.

[ryanbearden]

This is literally the first video on youtube I have seen about this battle. I have looked for it many times because I believe this was Jackson at his best. There are many videos about 1st bull run, Shiloh, Gettysburg, Fredericksburg, Cold Harbor etc... But if you look up this battle this is the only video there is especially with animation. So I thank you for making this video.

[AndrewSmith-jmsq]

Wow. Another great video! HHWT is becoming one of Youtube's best. Well done, and thank you for this.

[timothyhiggins]

So, Pope thought that Jackson was on the FOR THREE DAYS?! He literally didn't move from the railroad. And why couldn't Pope accept the possibility that Longstreet moved faster than he calculated? Not good. I know that the fog of war is a scary thing, but damn. Great video!

[aesoundforge]

These are the best Civil war battle docs ive seen. I love the details.

[kenz]

Thank you so much for making this informative video. My 3x great-grandfather (Irish-born Michael Sheridan of Oswego, New York) fought in this battle as part of the 24th Infantry Regiment. He was struck by a cannonball and taken prisoner by the Confederate army. He was in his 20s. I didn't know too much about this battle before and am grateful to now have a better grasp of what he and his men experienced.

[jeherronjr]

Once again, lost for words.Almost.
With the right mindset, while watching these videos, I can hear the sounds of battle, smell the powder and blood, envision man's thirst for life while doing his best to kill.
Ty sir.

[ryangreen]

This is really top notch! Clear simple descriptions and an excellent use of the maps too. Thanks!

[segovax]

One of my 3rd great Grandfathers fought in this battle in the 1st Tennessee Volunteers Turney’s brigade.

[McMannis]

This was an exceptionally well put together presentation. Thank you.

[jamesruddy]

Thanks for the history of this battle. My Great-great Grandfather Pvt. Thomas Wonders was with the NY regiment and wounded in the leg during this battle. He recovered with his leg intact and after 6 months was put in a PA regiment to finish out his time in the war.

[PapaTanduo]

Great Videos.. Lee was a true militray genious, without him the confederecy would lose in 6 months

[MainesOwn]

Subscription!
This is one of the most comprehensive and understandable Battle Reports I have seen so far on any Civil War event.
Mixed with incredible detail at the right places - a Newfoundland dog chasing cannon balls through a field? Priceless.

[Rebel-Rouser]

Reading this account in the various books I've read, this battle seems rather confusing, thank you for making this video and making it very clear.

[MrAlex_Raven]

24:43 So glad to have an overview on the order of battle and how things went down since I've never had a detailed look. One point of feedback if any I can offer; 24:43 sometimes it seems like you're zoomed too close in so to speak, couldn't see Hooker's division to the left. Otherwise, I look forward to more, soon.