“The enemy, whom it has so long been preparing to encounter, and whom, in behalf of outraged Liberty, it has been so anxious to meet, is now at last confronting it apparently for the final struggle.”
Despite having a larger, better equipped army, Gen. McClellan proceeds to sit in place for a month - until the start of the 7 days campaign on June 25th, that resulted in his retreat back across the Potomac.
Amazing history, almost humorous boosterism, knowing the outcome.
Less stressful than real time news,to be sure.