The Federal Army of the Potomac moves toward Hanovertown, Virginia, in another effort to outflank the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. A significant cavalry battle ensues at Haw’s Shop as both armies dig in once more.
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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.