The staggering casualties of the Battle of Shiloh shocked both the North and South, marking a turning point in public perception of the Civil War's likely length and brutality. It also cemented a name in the public imagination - Ulysses S. Grant.
Don's guest is Dr Timothy B. Smith, author of 'Shiloh: Conquer or Perish'.
Editor Ayman Alolayan, Producer Sophie Gee, Senior Producer Charlotte Long.
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