Southern Valor vs. Union Firepower - Henrico VA
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Southern Valor vs. Union Firepower marker is located on Willis Church Road, Henrico VA 23231.
Waymark Code: WM19N70
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/21/2024
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Southern Valor vs. Union Firepower-Richmond National Battlefield Park--“The battle, with all its melancholy results, proved, however, that the Confederate infantry and Federal artillery, side by side on the same field need fear no foe on earth.” Confederate General D. H. Hill
As dusk approached on July 1, massed Confederate infantry made one last grand advance. Victory or defeat in the last battle of the Seven Days awaited its outcome. Dozens of Federal cannon opened fire, blasting huge gaps in the Southern ranks. Thousands fought and fell within yards of one another. But for Lee’s troops, courage alone was not enough. The Federal gunners, supported by advancing infantry, held firm. McClellan’s army had survived.
Group that erected the marker: National Park Service
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Willis Church Road
Henrico , VA United States
23231
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