Which major battle did Meade's forces have a stalemate in 1863?
Battle of Bull Run
Battle of Fredericksburg
Battle of Glendale
Battle of Mine Run
Answer
The Battle of Mine Run, which occurred in November 1863, witnessed a standoff between Union forces led by General George Meade and Confederate forces under General Robert E. Lee. The Union army attempted to flank Lee's army but faced challenging terrain and strong defensive positions established by the Confederates. Despite several days of maneuvering and skirmishes, neither side was able to gain a significant advantage, resulting in a stalemate.
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