Lee's Retreat
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vhasler
N 37° 17.743 W 078° 05.945
17S E 757138 N 4131624
Lee detoured his army through Amelia Springs during his retreat
Waymark Code: WMBF66
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 05/14/2011
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Marker text:
M-19
Lee's Retreat
Three miles north is Amelia Springs, once a noted summer resort. There Lee, checked by Sheridan at Jetersville and forced to detour, spent the night of April 5-6, 1865.
Visit Instructions:
Please provide proof of your visit via a legible pix with your (or your GPS) or detailed description of the area (especially Amelia Springs or Jetersville). Also would appreciate more information related to this sign with reference so that it can be expanded.
Marker Number: M-19
Marker Title: Lee's Retreat
Marker Location: Along US360 - next to Markers M-14 and M-15
County or Independent City: Amelia County
Web Site: [Web Link]
Marker Program Sponsor: Conservation & Development Commission, 1929
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