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Expedition to Camp Beauregard and Viola

1861
Kentucky
Era
Civil War
Year
1861
Location
Kentucky
Status
Historical record
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The Battle

History & Significance

Expedition to Camp Beauregard and Viola was a Civil War engagement fought in Kentucky, 1861.

Forces engaged
Union: ILLINOIS--2nd Cavalry (Detachment). Thielman's Cavalry (Detachment). UNITED STAT; Confederate not detailed
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Approximate area near Viola. Town-level location: shown at Viola, Kentucky. The exact location of the engagement has not been confirmed.

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When did Expedition to Camp Beauregard and Viola take place?
Expedition to Camp Beauregard and Viola took place in 1861.
Where was Expedition to Camp Beauregard and Viola fought?
Expedition to Camp Beauregard and Viola was fought in Kentucky, United States.
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