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May 22nd, 1862
Stonewall Jackson pushes further toward Front Royal in preparation for a major engagement.
May 22nd, 1863
Grant's troops make a second attack on Vicksburg, but are yet again unable to break through. Southern defenses are strong and enhanced by the natural, deep ravines that surround the city. This attack again results in heavy losses for the Union: 502 dead, 2,550 injured, 147 missing. Confederate losses number fewer than 500 men.
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