Battle of Wilson's Creek
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Oct 5, 2026
Dave DeRocheHOST
Well let's, let's, uh, and you know, federalism is an ambiguous term.
Dave DeRocheHOST
Your hometown is right next to the Battle of Wilson's Creek in the-
Victoria TaylorGUEST
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Dave DeRocheHOST
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James HouserHOST
I didn't get that much training." But then he kept b- being put in charge of things in the s- American Civil War and kept messing them up.
James HouserHOST
Sigel messed up major commands at Wilson's Creek, Missouri, in 1861, and Second Bull Run in 1862.
James HouserHOST
His worst humiliation came in 1864, when his army was routed by the teenage VMI cadets at the Battle of New Market, Virginia.
James HouserHOST
Sigel was also a difficult personality.
Erin LondonNARRATOR
The passing of his father would leave Schaefer in a position to inherit an impressive estate, but he would forego that life of ease to serve his adopted country.
Erin LondonNARRATOR
Schaefer distinguished himself alongside fellow Dubuquer and future Major General Francis J. Herron at the August 10, 1861 Battle of Wilson's Creek near Springfield, Missouri.
Erin LondonNARRATOR
Shortly thereafter, he was appointed captain in the newly organized regiment dubbed Curtis House, later renamed the 5th Iowa Cavalry.
Erin LondonNARRATOR
He was mustered on October 25th and two months later promoted to 1st Battalion Major.