Battle of Appomattox Station

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Battle of Appomattox Station
Began:

April 8, 1865

Ended:

Same day

Location:

Appomattox County, Virginia

Theater:

Eastern Theater

Campaign:

Appomattox Campaign

Outcome:

Union victory

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Combatants
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Commanders

George A. Custer
Major General, USA

Lindsay Walker
Brigadier General, CSA

Strength
Casualties
  

Custer’s division captured a supply train and twenty-five guns, driving off and scattering the Confederate defenders. This unique action pitted artillery without infantry support against cavalry. Custer captured and burned three trains loaded with provisions for Lee’s army. (NPS summary)