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Ream's Station

1864
Virginia
Era
Civil War
Year
1864
Location
Virginia
Status
Historical record
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The Battle

History & Significance

Ream's Station was a Civil War engagement fought in Virginia, 1864. It was a Confederate victory.

On August 24, Union II Corps moved south along the Weldon Railroad, tearing up track, preceded by Gregg's cavalry division. On August 25, Maj. Gen. Henry Heth attacked and overran the faulty Union position at Ream's Station, capturing 9 guns, 12 colors, and many prisoners. The old II Corps was shattered. Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott Hancock withdrew to the main Union line near the Jerusalem Plank Road, bemoaning the declining combat effectiveness of his troops.

Result
Confederate victory
Forces engaged
Corps
Casualties
3,492 total
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When did Ream's Station take place?
Ream's Station took place in 1864.
Where was Ream's Station fought?
Ream's Station was fought in Virginia, United States.
What was the significance of Ream's Station?
On August 24, Union II Corps moved south along the Weldon Railroad, tearing up track, preceded by Gregg's cavalry division. On August 25, Maj. Gen. Henry Heth attacked and overran the faulty Union position at Ream's Station, capturing 9 guns, 12 colors, and many prisoners. The old II Corps was shatt
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