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Battles -
Battle Summaries
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| Battle Name: |
Marion |
| Other Names: |
None |
| State: |
Virginia |
| Location: |
Smyth County |
| Campaign: |
Stoneman’s Raid into Southwest Virginia (December 1864) |
| Dates: |
December 17-18, 1864 |
| Principal Commanders: |
Maj. Gen. George Stoneman [US]; Maj. Gen. John C. Breckinridge [CS] |
| Forces Engaged: |
Divisions |
| Estimated Casualties: |
274 total |
| Description: |
Riding through the Cumberland Gap, Stoneman’s expedition advanced on the important lead mines and salt ponds around
Marion and Saltville. On December 17, Stoneman defeated a makeshift force of Confederate defenders. On the 18th, the Federals
destroyed the leadworks and mines. On the 20th, they captured and destroyed the salt works at Saltville. |
| Results: |
Union victory |
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