Battle of Aquia Creek
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Battle Dates:
05/29/1861 - 06/01/1861
Other Names:
No other names listed.
Campaign:
Blockade of the Chesapeake Bay
CWSAC Priority Level:
Priority II, Class D
Approximate Location
98 Indian View Ct, Stafford, VA 22554, USA
Details:
Principal Commanders: Cdr. James H. Ward [US]; Col. Daniel Ruggles [CS]
Forces Engaged: 3 gunboats [US]; battery garrison [CS]
Estimated Casualties: 10 total
Description: Three Union naval vessels bombarded Confederate batteries near the mouth of Aquia Creek that were built to protect the northern terminus of the railroad to Richmond. Confederates feared a landing of troops, but this did not materialize. Results of the bombardment were inconclusive, although the batteries were later withdrawn.
Result(s): Inconclusive