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Battles -
Battle Summaries
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| Battle Name: |
White Oak Swamp |
| Other Names: |
None |
| State: |
Virginia |
| Location: |
Henrico County |
| Campaign: |
Campaign: Peninsula Campaign (March-September 1862)
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| Dates: |
June 30, 1862 |
| Principal Commanders: |
Maj. Gen. William Franklin [US]; Maj. Gen. Thomas J. Jackson [CS]
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| Forces Engaged: |
Armies |
| Estimated Casualties: |
500 total |
| Description: |
The Union rearguard under Maj. Gen. William Franklin stopped Jackson’s divisions at the White Oak Bridge crossing, resulting in an artillery duel, while the main battle raged two miles farther south at Glendale or Frayser’s Farm. White Oak Swamp can be considered part of the Glendale engagement. |
| Results: |
Inconclusive |
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