Episode 2 of 3
Occupation of New Orleans
- When
- April 25 - May 1, 1862
- Where
- New Orleans
Union forces occupied New Orleans between April 25 and May 1, 1862, securing the Mississippi River.
The capture of New Orleans occurred between April 25 and May 1, 1862. Benjamin Butler commanded the force that conducted the capture after the naval occupation. This event was a turning point in the war that precipitated the capture of the Mississippi River.
Sources
- Capture of New Orleans Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-01
- Benjamin Butler Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-07
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