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Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie.

July 13 and 14, 1851
Louisiana
Era
Civil War
Year
July 13 and 14, 1851
Location
Louisiana
Status
Historical record
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The Battle

History & Significance

Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie. was a Civil War engagement fought in Louisiana, July 13 and 14, 1851.

Fought during the American Civil War in southwestern Louisiana just west of Grand Coteau, this engagement is remembered under several names: the Battle of Bayou Bourbeux, the Battle of Grand Coteau, the Battle of Boggy Creek, and the Battle of Carrion Crow Bayou. That last title refers to what is now known as Carencro Bayou.

Forces engaged
Union: ILLINOIS--118th Mounted Infantry. INDIANA--4th Cavalry (Co. "C"); 24th, 34th, 46; Confederate not detailed
Casualties
25 killed, 129 wounded, 562 missing/captured (Union, per Dyer)
Duration
July 13 and 14, 1851
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie. take place?
Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie. took place in July 13 and 14, 1851. July 13 and 14, 1851.
Where was Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie. fought?
Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie. was fought in Louisiana, United States.
What was the significance of Action, Grand Coteau, Bayou Bourbeau, Carrion Crow Bayou, Buzzard's Prairie.?
Fought during the American Civil War in southwestern Louisiana just west of Grand Coteau, this engagement is remembered under several names: the Battle of Bayou Bourbeux, the Battle of Grand Coteau, the Battle of Boggy Creek, and the Battle of Carrion Crow Bayou. That last title refers to what is no
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