April 26, 2025
U.S. Military Railroads during the Petersburg Campaign 1864
Magnolia Grange • 10020 Iron Bridge Road Chesterfield, VA 23832 Organized by Chesterfield County Parks and RecreationAbout this event
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Description
In all, the US Military Railroad supplied more than 100,000 Union troops and more than 65,000 horses and mules with food, equipment, and supplies from the waterfront docks on the navigable portion of the James River at City Point, Virginia. Former Chief Historian of Petersburg National Battlefield, James H. Blankenship will speak about the USMRR and its role in aiding the Union troops and the war effort during the Petersburg Campaign.
Activity Family
Historical Activities
Location
Magnolia Grange - Parking Lot at Magnolia Grange
Age and Gender
Co-Ed