Battle Detail

Chalk Bluff

Other Name:
Campaign:
Marmaduke's Second Expedition Into Missouri
Date(s):
April-May 1863
Principal Commanders:
William Vandever [US] John Marmaduke [CS]
Forces Engaged:
0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
Estimated Casualties:
0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
Description:
Union Brig. Gen. William Vandever pursued Brig. Gen. John S. Marmaduke to Chalk Bluff, where the Confederates hoped to cross the St. Francis River. To ford the river, Marmaduke established a rearguard that received heavy punishment on May 1-2. Although most of Marmaduke's raiders crossed the St. Francis River, they suffered heavy casualties and therefore ended the expedition.
Results:
Confederate Victory (tactical)
CWSAC Reference #:
AR007
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