The Battle of Monocacy Saturday, July 9, 1864
Frederick, Maryland
For more history on the battle visit the Monocacy Battlefield National Park Service website
Bush Creek
Kolakowski's Trial at the creek
Historian Christopher Kolakowski is a huge fan of the Union 9th Corps. The 9th Corps is synonymous with their long time commander Maj. Gen. Ambrose Burnside. Burnside, you might recall, was the Union commander defeated at Battle of Fredericksburg. Many historian agree that he could have easily won had he crossed the river sooner instead of hesitating. In this set of photos we can see how Chris takes after Burnside.
After failing the first try he searches for a new place to cross
Getting back across
