Historical Events tagged with "charles stone"

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Military & Warfare

First Major Engagement at Vienna, Virginia

June 17th, 1861 163 years ago

The Battle of Vienna occurred during June 1861 as Union forces engaged Confederate troops in Vienna, Virginia, near the strategic rail junction and encampment area. Key Union leaders, including Brigadier General Charles P. Stone, aimed to secure transportation lines while countering the Confederate presence. The brief confrontation was marked by skirmishes and reconnaissance efforts, showcasing the challenges of early wartime communication and movement. Despite being a smaller engagement, it served to test troop morale and the logistical capabilities of both sides amidst the unfolding Civil War.

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