The Battle of Cedar Creek
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Markerman62
N 39° 00.885 W 078° 18.089
17S E 733638 N 4321878
One of many markers for the Battle of Cedar Creek.
Waymark Code: WM12ZVN
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 08/16/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member jhuoni
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Fought on these hills and fields, Oct 19, 1864. Gen. Jubal A. Early's 22,000 Confederates attacked Gen. Philip H. Sheridan's 60,000 Federals. The first assault a surprise flank movement by Gen. John B. Gordon, was a Confederate success. This advantage not being followed up, enabled Gen. Sheridan to rally and win the victory.
Marker Title: The Battle of Cedar Creek

Marker Location: On US 11 at Belle Grove Road, Middletown

County or Independent City: Frederick County

Marker Number: Not listed

Web Site: Not listed

Marker Program Sponsor: Not listed
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