On This Day: American Civil War: Union forces repulse a Confederate army at the Battle of... (1863)

On July 4, 1863: American Civil War: Union forces repulse a Confederate army at the Battle of Helena in Arkansas. The battle thwarts a Rebel attempt to relieve pressure on the besieged city of Vicksburg, and paves the way for the Union capture of Little Rock.

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.