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Simmon's Bluff

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

History & Significance

Simmon's Bluff was a Civil War engagement fought in South Carolina, 1862. It was a Union victory.

In June, the Federals besieging Charleston mounted an amphibious expedition to cut the Charleston & Savannah Railroad. On June 21, troops of the 55th Pennsylvania landed from the gunboat Crusader and transport Planter near Simmon's Bluff on Wadmelaw Sound, surprising and burning an encampment of the 16th South Carolina Infantry. The Confederates scattered, and the Federals returned to their ships. Despite this minor victory, the Federals abandoned their raid on the railroad. Although a bloodless raid, this engagement typified scores of similar encounters that occurred along the South Carolina coastline.

Result
Union victory
Forces engaged
Regiments
Casualties
None
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Simmon's Bluff take place?
Simmon's Bluff took place in 1862.
Where was Simmon's Bluff fought?
Simmon's Bluff was fought in South Carolina, United States.
What was the significance of Simmon's Bluff?
In June, the Federals besieging Charleston mounted an amphibious expedition to cut the Charleston & Savannah Railroad. On June 21, troops of the 55th Pennsylvania landed from the gunboat Crusader and transport Planter near Simmon's Bluff on Wadmelaw Sound, surprising and burning an encampment of the
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