17. General Lee’s Delay at Gettysburg
On the second day of the Battle of Gettysburg, Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s hesitation to press the attack gave Union forces critical time to reinforce their positions. This pause allowed the Union to regroup and ultimately turn the tide of the Civil War. Lee’s uncharacteristic delay at such a pivotal moment proved decisive in shaping the conflict’s outcome. Discover more details at the National Park Service.
