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Civil War

Action, Lebanon

1862
Tennessee
Era
Civil War
Year
1862
Location
Tennessee
Status
Historical record
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The Battle

History & Significance

Action, Lebanon was a Civil War engagement fought in Tennessee, 1862.

The Battle of Lebanon was a small battle fought near Lebanon, Tennessee during the American Civil War on May 5, 1862.

Forces engaged
Union: KENTUCKY--1st, 4th and 5th Cavalry (Detachments). PENNSYLVANIA--7th Cavalry (Det; Confederate not detailed
Casualties
6 killed, 25 wounded, 1 missing/captured (Union, per Dyer)
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Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Action, Lebanon take place?
Action, Lebanon took place in 1862.
Where was Action, Lebanon fought?
Action, Lebanon was fought in Tennessee, United States.
What was the significance of Action, Lebanon?
The Battle of Lebanon was a small battle fought near Lebanon, Tennessee during the American Civil War on May 5, 1862.
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Historic Sites near Action, Lebanon

Fite-Fessenden House
Industrial ยท 0.2 mi
Lebanon Woolen Mills
Colonial ยท 0.3 mi
Buchanan, I. W. P., House
Industrial ยท 0.5 mi
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