On This Day: American Civil War: Union forces under General Ambrose Burnside successfully... (1863)

On November 29, 1863: American Civil War: Union forces under General Ambrose Burnside successfully defend Knoxville, Tennessee from an attack by Confederate forces under General James Longstreet in the Battle of Fort Sanders during the Siege of Knoxville.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.