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Harpers Ferry, Capture of
Battle Name : Harpers Ferry, Capture of
Date(s) : 14 September 1862 - 15 September 1862
Part of : American Civil War , Eastern Theatre, 1862 , The Antietam Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for American Confederate Forces over American Union Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
After a carefully prepared artillery barrage and the arrival of Stonewall Jackson Corps, the entire Union garrison surrendered, apart from 2 regiments of cavalry which escaped under cover of darkness. The capture of the weapons and stores greatly helped the Confederates.
Location
The town of Harpers Ferry. An important railroad junctino at the confluence of the Shendoah and Potomac rivers, Virginia, USA. (USA)
Casualty figures
American Union Forces
- Number engaged :
- n/a
- Casualties :
- 12,737
American Confederate Forces
- Number engaged :
- n/a
- Casualties :
- 500
