Appomattox Station
- Other Name:
- Campaign:
- Appomatox Campaign
- Date(s):
- March-April 1865
- Principal Commanders:
- Major General George Custer [US] Brigadier General Reuben Walker [CS]
- Forces Engaged:
- 0 total (US 0; CS 0;)
- Estimated Casualties:
- 1048 total (US 48; CS 1000;)
- Description:
- 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.
- Results:
- Union Victory
- CWSAC Reference #:
- VA096
- Preservation Priority: