The September 2nd List Universe had a thought-provoking list of top ten worst military decisions in history. Of course, they go into greater detail and have pictures, so, if you want to learn more, go to the site. www.listverse.com
10. INVASION OF RUSSIA-- Napoleon Bonaparte June 1812
9. THE ALAMO-- General Santa Anna Feb. 1836-- gave Texans time to organize
8. ADDING LARD TO RIFLES-- unknown British bureaucrat May 1857-- cartridges for the new Pattern J Enfield rifle had to be bitten off and poured in. They were lubricated with animal lard from pigs and cows. The big problem was that most of Britain's colonial troops were Muslim (who regard pigs as unclean) and Hindus (cows are sacred). They refused to touch the cartridges, causing what is called the Sepoy Mutiny.
7. LOSING YOUR BATTLE PLANS-- unknown Confederate officer-- September 1862-- led to the Battle of Antietam.
6. NOT FOLLOWING THE ENEMY-- General George Meade July 1863. Allowed Lee's army to escape after the Battle of Gettysburg.
More to Come. --Cooter
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