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Battles -
Battle Summaries
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| Battle Name: |
Chester Station |
| Other Names: |
None |
| State: |
Virginia |
| Location: |
Chesterfield County |
| Campaign: |
Bermuda Hundred Campaign (May-June 1864) |
| Dates: |
May 10, 1864 |
| Principal Commanders: |
Maj. Gen. Benjamin Butler [US]; Gen. P.G.T. Beauregard |
| Forces Engaged: |
Divisions |
| Estimated Casualties: |
569 total |
| Description: |
On May 10, elements of Maj. Gen. Robert Ransom’s division conducted a reconnaissance-in-force
against a portion of Butler’s army that was destroying the railroad at Chester Station. The Confederates attacked
near the Winfree House, and the Federals retired to their Bermuda Hundred lines. |
| Results: |
Inconclusive |
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