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Civil War

Scout through Saline County

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

History & Significance

Scout through Saline County was a Civil War engagement fought in Missouri, 1861.

Forces engaged
Union: MISSOURI--2nd Cavalry. UNITED STATES--Detachment of Cavalry. Union loss, 6 kille; Confederate not detailed
Casualties
6 killed, 10 wounded (Union, per Dyer)
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Approximate area near Saline County. Town-level location: shown at Saline County, Missouri. The exact location of the engagement has not been confirmed.

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When did Scout through Saline County take place?
Scout through Saline County took place in 1861.
Where was Scout through Saline County fought?
Scout through Saline County was fought in Missouri, United States.
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Historic Sites near Scout through Saline County

Chicago and Alton Depot
Industrial ยท 0.8 mi
Saline County Courthouse
Industrial ยท 1.1 mi
Fitzgibbon Hospital
Industrial ยท 1.7 mi
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