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Podcast: Battles Of The American Civil War
Episode: First Battle Of Bull Run (Manassas) Part Two
Description: We wrap up The First Battle Of Bull Run with both sides realizing this is war is going to last far longer than anyone had anticipated. After getting the upperhand early, Union forces get over run due to lack of experience and incompetence of the leaders. Confederate forces celebrate their win in the first major battle of the war, but it's a long way from over as we will soon find out.