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Skirmish, Fairfax Court House

1863
Virginia
Era
Civil War
Year
1863
Location
Virginia
Status
Verified engagement
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The Battle

History & Significance

Skirmish, Fairfax Court House was a Civil War engagement fought in Virginia, 1863.

The clash at Fairfax Court House unfolded as part of the Gettysburg campaign, pitting mounted units against each other during the wider struggle between the American Civil War's opposing armies. On one side stood a cavalry detachment drawn from Hooker's Army of the Potomac, while facing them was a similar force belonging to Lee's Army of Northern Virginia.

Forces engaged
Union: NEW YORK--11th Cavalry (Cos. "B", "C"). Union loss, 3 killed, 15 wounded, 55 mis; Confederate not detailed
Casualties
3 killed, 15 wounded, 55 missing/captured (Union, per Dyer)
Duration
Single day engagement (June 1, 1861)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Skirmish, Fairfax Court House take place?
Skirmish, Fairfax Court House took place in 1863. Single day engagement (June 1, 1861).
Where was Skirmish, Fairfax Court House fought?
Skirmish, Fairfax Court House was fought in Virginia, United States.
What was the significance of Skirmish, Fairfax Court House?
The clash at Fairfax Court House unfolded as part of the Gettysburg campaign, pitting mounted units against each other during the wider struggle between the American Civil War's opposing armies. On one side stood a cavalry detachment drawn from Hooker's Army of the Potomac, while facing them was a s
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Historic Sites near Skirmish, Fairfax Court House

Fairfax County Courthouse and Jail (Boundary Increase)
Industrial · 0.1 mi
City of Fairfax Historic District (Additional Documentation)
Listed · 0.2 mi
Ratcliffe-Logan-Allison House
Industrial · 0.3 mi
29 Diner
Industrial · 0.4 mi
Fairfax Public School
Industrial · 0.4 mi
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