Saint Mary's Church
Battle Name: | Saint Mary’s Church |
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Other Names: | Nance's Shop |
State: | Virginia |
Location: | Charles City |
Campaign: | Grant’s Overland Campaign (May-June 1864) |
Dates: | June 24, 1864 |
Principal Commanders: | Maj. Gen. Philip Sheridan [US]; Maj. Gen. Wade Hampton [CS] |
Forces Engaged: | Divisions |
Estimated Casualties: | 630 total |
Description: | On June 24, Maj. Gen. Wade Hampton’s cavalry attempted to cut off Sheridan’s cavalry returning from their raid to Trevilian Station. Sheridan fought a delaying action to protect a long supply train under his protection, then rejoined the Union army at Bermuda Hundred. |
Results: | Inconclusive |