Battle of Boonsboro

Battle of Boonsboro Began: July 8, 1863 Ended: Same day Location: Washington County, Maryland Theater: Eastern Theater Campaign: Gettysburg Campaign Outcome: Inconclusive Combatants 1st and 3rd Cavalry Divisions 5 cavalry brigades Commanders Alfred Pleasonton Major General, USA J.E.B. Stuart Major General, CSA Strength Casualties 100 total (US and CS) 100 total (US and CS)
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On July 8, the Confederate cavalry, holding the South Mountain passes, fought a rearguard action against elements of the Union 1st and 3rd Cavalry Divisions and infantry. This action was one of a series of cavalry combats fought around Boonsboro, Hagerstown, and Williamsport. (NPS summary)