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Tranter's Creek

1862
North Carolina
Era
Civil War
Year
1862
Location
North Carolina
Status
Historical record
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The Battle

History & Significance

Tranter's Creek was a Civil War engagement fought in North Carolina, 1862. It was a Union victory.

On June 5, Col. Robert Potter, garrison commander at Washington, North Carolina, ordered a reconnaissance in the direction of Pactolus. The 24th Massachusetts under Lt. Col. F.A. Osborne, advanced to the bridge over Tranter's Creek, where it encountered the 44th North Carolina, under Col. George Singletary. Unable to force a crossing, Osborne brought his artillery to bear on the mill buildings in which the Confederates were barricaded. Colonel Singletary was killed in the bombardment, and his troops retreated. The Federals did not pursue and returned to their fortifications at Washington.

Result
Union victory
Forces engaged
Regiments
Casualties
40 total
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Tranter's Creek take place?
Tranter's Creek took place in 1862.
Where was Tranter's Creek fought?
Tranter's Creek was fought in North Carolina, United States.
What was the significance of Tranter's Creek?
On June 5, Col. Robert Potter, garrison commander at Washington, North Carolina, ordered a reconnaissance in the direction of Pactolus. The 24th Massachusetts under Lt. Col. F.A. Osborne, advanced to the bridge over Tranter's Creek, where it encountered the 44th North Carolina, under Col. George Sin
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