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Civil War

Skirmish, White House

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

History & Significance

Skirmish, White House was a Civil War engagement fought in Virginia, 1862.

Forces engaged
Union: NEW YORK--17th Infantry.; Confederate not detailed
Around this battlefield

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Approximate location. The nearest recorded settlement is shown; the exact site is unrecorded.

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When did Skirmish, White House take place?
Skirmish, White House took place in 1862.
Where was Skirmish, White House fought?
Skirmish, White House was fought in Virginia, United States.
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Historic Sites near Skirmish, White House

Fort Egypt
Early Republic ยท 1.1 mi
Wall Brook Farm
Early Republic ยท 1.2 mi
Mauck's Meetinghouse
Industrial ยท 1.4 mi
Massanutton Heights
Industrial ยท 1.9 mi
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