Appomattox: A Road Trip Episode 1: 160th Anniversary

Appomattox 160th Anniversary! Join us for part 1 of this special road trip to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the surrender at Appomattox. In this road trip, we will follow the Civil War trails along the entire route of General Lee's retreat, stopping at each important location connected to the surrender and exploring the key sites of the 160th anniversary of the surrender at Appomattox. We’ll visit historic sites like Sailor’s Creek, where pivotal battles took place between General Lee’s Confederacy and General Grant’s Union forces. This road trip retraces the steps leading to the surrender at Appomattox, and we’ll focus on the historic significance of that day in the Civil War. As we move along the Civil War trails, we’ll uncover stories of General Lee’s retreat, leading to the eventual surrender at Appomattox. The surrender at Appomattox marked the end of the Confederacy and the beginning of a new chapter in the United States, as General Grant of the Union forces triumphed over General Lee. Our road trip will bring us to key battlefields where these great figures, General Lee and General Grant, made decisions that would lead to the surrender of the Confederacy. As we visit Sailor’s Creek and other significant sites, we’ll talk about the larger impact of the surrender at Appomattox on both the Confederacy and the Union. This is more than just a road trip; it’s an exploration of the surrender that ended the Civil War, marking the 160th anniversary of Appomattox. From the Union’s pursuit to the final moments of General Lee’s retreat, the road trip is a historical journey through one of the most defining events of the Civil War. So buckle up and join us on this unforgettable road trip to understand the significance of the surrender at Appomattox and how it marked the collapse of the Confederacy and the victory of the Union. Want more on Appomattox? Watch this:    • Appomattox: The Battle That Changed Histor...   Detailed Sailor’s Creek Video:    • Battle Of Saylor’s Creek : Road To Appomat...   Petersburg siege:    • You’ve Heard the Civil War Story Wrong Pet...   More on Civil War Trails:    • Get Yours Free! | Deep Dive Into the Civil...   Visit their site and get your free map today! www.civilwartrails.org