Battle Detail

Chester Station

Other Name:
Campaign:
Bermuda Hundred Campaign
Date(s):
May 1864
Principal Commanders:
Major General Benjamin Butler [US] Brigadier General Pierre Beauregard [CS]
Forces Engaged:
0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
Estimated Casualties:
0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
Description:
On May 10, elements of Maj. Gen. Robert Ransom's division conducted a reconnaissance-in-force against a portion of Butler's army that was destroying the railroad at Chester Station. The Confederates attacked near the Winfree House, and the Federals retired to their Bermuda Hundred lines.
Results:
Indecisive
CWSAC Reference #:
VA051
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