Battle of Chancellorsville (American Civil War) war movies

Battle of Chancellorsville 30 April 1863

After defeat in Battle of Fredericksburg Union general Hooker prepared a plan to ambush the Confederate general Lee, but Lee prepared a risky plan of pre-emptive strike. He has split his forces and use flanking manoeuvrer to completely surprise the enemy that had 2:1 advantage. The battle ended in Confederate victory and opened the general Lee the road to attack towards Washington, which lead to battle of Gettysburg.

Gods and Generals 2003

The stories of generals from both sides of civil war presented in almost documentary like manner.