1. A major battle of the American Civil War (April 6-7, 1862) in southwestern Tennessee, resulting in a Union victory despite heavy casualties on both sides
   "The Battle of Shiloh shocked both sides with its unprecedented casualties";
   - battle of Shiloh, battle of Pittsburgh Landing

Type of: pitched battle

Part of: American Civil War, United States Civil War, War between the States

Encyclopedia: Shiloh, Pope County, Arkansas