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Today in History: Battle of Bentonville Begins, Paving Way for Union Victory

3/19/2026

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On March 19, 1865, the Battle of Bentonville commenced in North Carolina, marking the final confrontation of the Carolinas Campaign during the American Civil War. Union forces under General William T. Sherman faced Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston's army. This battle was pivotal in leading to the Union's victory and the eventual surrender of the Confederacy.

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On March 19, 1865, the Battle of Bentonville commenced in North Carolina, marking the final confrontation of the Carolinas Campaign during the American Civil War. Union forces under General William T. Sherman faced Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston's army. This battle was pivotal in leading to the Union's victory and the eventual surrender of the Confederacy.