Historical Events tagged with "john c breckinridge"

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Military & Warfare

Confederate Victory at Saltville, Virginia

October 2nd, 1864 160 years ago

A brutal encounter unfolded when Confederate forces defeated Union troops attempting to capture Saltville, Virginia. This confrontation was part of the larger dynamic of the Civil War, highlighting the ongoing struggle for control in the region. Following the battle, wounded Union soldiers were tragically killed by Confederate troops, raising significant moral questions and contributing to the animosity between the two sides.

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