Battle of McDowell
May 8, 1862
From Staunton, Maj. Gen. T.J. Jackson marched his army west along the Parkersburg Road to confront two brigades of Frémont’s force (Milroy and Schenck), advancing toward the Shenandoah Valley from western Virginia. At McDowell on May 8, Milroy seized the initiative and assaulted the Confederate position on Sitlington’s Hill. The Federals were repulsed after severe fighting, lasting four hours. Afterwards, Milroy and Schenck withdrew into western Virginia, freeing up Jackson’s army to march against the other Union columns threatening the Valley.
Battle Maps: Battle of McDowell
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Battle Facts
Campaign
- Jackson’s Shenandoah Valley Campaign
Battles In This Campaign
Location
- Highland County , Virginia
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Dates
- May 8, 1862
Union Commander
Confederate Commander
Forces Engaged
- 6,500 Union
- 6,000 Confederate
Estimated Casualties
- 256 Union
- 498 Confederate
Result
- Confederate Victory
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