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Buckland Mills

1863
Virginia
Era
Civil War
Year
1863
Location
Virginia
Status
Historical record
Part ofBristoe Campaign ›Eastern Theater ›The Civil War ›
The Battle

History & Significance

Buckland Mills was a Civil War engagement fought in Virginia, 1863. It was a Confederate victory.

After defeat at Bristoe Station and an aborted advance on Centreville, Stuart's cavalry shielded the withdrawal of Lee's army from the vicinity of Manassas Junction. Union cavalry under Kilpatrick pursued Stuart's cavalry along the Warrenton Turnpike but were lured into an ambush near Chestnut Hill and routed. The Federal troopers were scattered and chased five miles in an affair that came to be known as the "Buckland Races."

Result
Confederate victory
Forces engaged
Divisions
Casualties
230 total
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Buckland Mills take place?
Buckland Mills took place in 1863.
Where was Buckland Mills fought?
Buckland Mills was fought in Virginia, United States.
What was the significance of Buckland Mills?
After defeat at Bristoe Station and an aborted advance on Centreville, Stuart's cavalry shielded the withdrawal of Lee's army from the vicinity of Manassas Junction. Union cavalry under Kilpatrick pursued Stuart's cavalry along the Warrenton Turnpike but were lured into an ambush near Chestnut Hill
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Historic Sites near Buckland Mills

Buckland Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Listed · 0.6 mi
Buckland Historic District
Listed · 0.7 mi
Greenwich Presbyterian Church and Cemetery
Industrial · 2.3 mi
Lawn, The
Listed · 2.3 mi
New Baltimore Historic District
Early Republic · 2.5 mi
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