164_Cedar Creek, October 19th, 1864 - WDS Campaign Shenandoah

(Historical) After a series of defeats, mostly small affairs, Confederate General Jubal Early was looking for an opportunity to turn things around and strike a blow on the Union invaders. He chose the Union camp site, across the Cedar Creek. Union Maj. Gen Philip Sheridan believed that the rebels were defeated, and could no longer pose a serious threat in the Valley. With his guard down, Early gathered over 21,000 men. His plan was to attack in the early morning hours and rout the enemy while still in their tents. Can you succeed where Early failed, or if playing the Union, defend, then counter-attack. Good Luck! NOTE: To simulate the mass confusion confronting the Union troops facing the initial Confederate onslaught, these front line Unions troops will start the scenario fixed, disrupted, and in column formation. Also, the 5th NY Heavy Artillery (serving as infantry has already been captured . Kershaw's Division overpowered them at the ford.