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Battles -
Battle Summaries
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| Battle Name: |
Saltville II |
| Other Names: |
None |
| State: |
Virginia |
| Location: |
Smyth County |
| Campaign: |
Stoneman’s Raid into Southwest Virginia (December 1864) |
| Dates: |
December 20-21, 1864 |
| Principal Commanders: |
Maj. Gen. George Stoneman [US]; Maj. Gen. John C. Breckinridge [CS] |
| Forces Engaged: |
Divisions |
| Estimated Casualties: |
Unknown |
| Description: |
After defeating a Confederate force at Marion on the December 17-18, Stoneman’s expedition advanced to
Saltville. After determined skirmishing on the part of the outnumbered Confederate defenders, the Federals captured and
destroyed the saltworks, accomplishing the objective of their raid. |
| Results: |
Union victory |
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