Battle of Boonsboro

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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)

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)

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