Event

Believed They Would Capture the Whole Brigade

Petersburg National Battlefield

Fee:

Free.

Location:

Flank Road Athletic Field, 1555 Flank Road, Petersburg, VA 23803

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, July 19, 2025

Time:

6:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Partner Program
Talk

Description

Join us to learn about Weisiger’s Virginia Brigade during the Second Battle for the Weldon Railroad. After a successful flank attack by Mahone’s improvised division on August 19, 1864, Weisiger’s brigade faced the imminent threat of being surrounded by Federal reinforcements from the IX Corps. Discover whether Weisiger’s rearguard was able to hold long enough for Mahone to withdraw his troops.

  • All programs are free and open to the public.
  • Programs are 60-90 minutes and require a small amount of walking.
  • Drinking water and comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • All programs are subject to change.
  • This programs are the result of a partnership between Petersburg National Battlefield and the
    Petersburg Battlefields Foundation.

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Eric Schreiner

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