Battle of Williamsburg
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Markerman62
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A marker depicting the events of the Battle of Williamsburg.
Waymark Code: WMNA6W
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 01/29/2015
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To the east of the road here, centering at Fort Magruder, was fought the Battle of Williamsburg on May 5, 1862. The Union General McClellan was pursuing General Johnston’s retiring army, the rearguard of which was commanded by General Longstreet. Johnston ordered Longstreet to hold off McClellan’s attacking forces until the Confederate wagon trains, bogged down in mud, were out of danger. This mission was accomplished and Johnston continued his retirement.
Marker Number: W43
Marker Title: Battle of Williamsburg
Marker Location: On US 60 at 5th Ave in Williamsburg
County or Independent City: James City
Web Site: [Web Link]
Marker Program Sponsor: Virginia Conservation Commission
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