Outside Richmond, Confederates continue pursuing the Federal raiders led by Ulric Dahlgren. The pursuit leads to uncovering incriminating documentation that causes intense controversy in the South.
Tag: H. Judson Kilpatrick
The Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid Ends
A daring Federal cavalry raid on Richmond, Virginia, ends when the city proves more heavily defended than expected.
The Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid
H. Judson Kilpatrick proposes to raid the Confederate capital of Richmond. Despite skepticism, this proposal is approved by President Lincoln, but it quickly faces challenges from Confederate opposition and harsh weather conditions.
The Buckland Races
A lopsided cavalry engagement near Buckland Mills marks the end of the 11-day Bristoe campaign.
Lee Attempts Another Flanking Maneuver
Robert E. Lee’s Confederate Army of Northern Virginia attempts another flanking maneuver after George G. Meade’s Federals fall back.
Lee’s Movements are Offensive
Federal signalmen from the Army of the Potomac report that Robert E. Lee’s Confederate Army of Northern Virginia is mobilizing to possibly attack.