Braxton Bragg, Csa 003 (U.S. Civil War) White Coffee Mug

Braxton Bragg, CSA 003 (U.S. Civil War) Braxton Bragg was a Confederate States Army general during the American Civil War. Born on March 21, 1817, in Warrenton, Georgia, Bragg graduated from West Point in 1842. Prior to the outbreak of the Civil War, he served as a U.S. Army officer and was stationed at various forts in Texas and California. At the onset of the war, Bragg joined the Confederate States Army, becoming one of its earliest officers. He saw significant action throughout the conflict, particularly during the Kentucky Campaign, the Battle of Murfreesboro, and the Atlanta Campaign. His military career was marked by both notable victories and controversial decisions that led to criticisms and loss of morale among his troops. Bragg's most memorable command was the defense of Chattanooga, Tennessee, during the Chickamauga campaign, where he achieved a major victory over Union forces under General William Rosecrans in September 1863. However, his handling of the subsequent Battle of Chattanooga resulted in the loss of much of the ground gained during the battle and placed Chattanooga under Union control. Despite these setbacks, Bragg continued to serve as a high-ranking Confederate officer until the end of the war. After the war's conclusion, he returned to civilian life, passing away on September 27, 1876, in Louisville, Kentucky. Braxton Bragg is often debated among historians for his military abilities and the impact of his leadership during the U.S. Civil War.