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Skirmish, Little Compton, Compton's Ferry, Grand River

1862
Missouri
Era
Civil War
Year
1862
Location
Missouri
Status
Verified engagement
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History & Significance

Skirmish, Little Compton, Compton's Ferry, Grand River was a Civil War engagement fought in Missouri, 1862.

The Battle of Compton's Ferry, also known as Little Compton Ferry, was an action during the American Civil War, occurring along the Grand River in Carroll County, Missouri. The battle lasted from August 10 to August 13, 1862. Switzler, writing in 1881, correctly identifies the location as Carroll County, not Livingston County: "Continuing the pursuit, he overtook Porter at 9 o'clock on Monday night, at Compton's Ferry on Grand River in Carroll County."

Forces engaged
Union: MISSOURI--2nd Cavalry, 9th State Militia Cavalry.; Confederate not detailed
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When did Skirmish, Little Compton, Compton's Ferry, Grand River take place?
Skirmish, Little Compton, Compton's Ferry, Grand River took place in 1862.
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Skirmish, Little Compton, Compton's Ferry, Grand River was fought in Missouri, United States.
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The Battle of Compton's Ferry, also known as Little Compton Ferry, was an action during the American Civil War, occurring along the Grand River in Carroll County, Missouri. The battle lasted from August 10 to August 13, 1862. Switzler, writing in 1881, correctly identifies the location as Carroll Co
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Historic Sites near Skirmish, Little Compton, Compton's Ferry, Grand River

Chillicothe Commercial Historic District
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