Battle Detail

Moorefield

Other Name:
Oldfields
Campaign:
Early's Raid and Operations Against B&O RR
Date(s):
June-August 1864
Principal Commanders:
Brigadier General William Averell [US] Brigadier General John McCausland [CS]
Forces Engaged:
0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
Estimated Casualties:
531 total (US 31; CS 500;)
Description:
While returning to the Shenandoah Valley after burning Chambersburg, McCausland's and Johnson's cavalry were surprised at Moorefield on August 7 and routed by pursuing Union cavalry. This defeat impeded the morale and effectiveness of the Confederate cavalry for the remainder of the 1864 Valley Campaign.
Results:
Union Victory
CWSAC Reference #:
WV013
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