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the first Battle of Bull Run was watched by a large number of spectators who packed picnic baskets and followed the Union to watch the battle. They ultimately got in the way and hampered the retreat of the Union Army. One congressman was even captured by the Confederates.

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Fun Fact: the first Battle of Bull Run was watched by a large number of spectators who packed picnic baskets and followed the Union to watch the battle. They ultimately got in the way and hampered the retreat of the Union Army. One congressman was even captured by the Confederates.

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