Frank Leslie's 7/19/1862 JEB Stuart's Confederate Cavalry / Chickahominy

Description: Frank Leslie's Illustrated Original and Complete Cover: The war in Virginia-The Rebel Cavalry Raid towards the White House-Stewart's (JEB Stuart) Cavalry capturing and burning national wagons Centerfold: Commissariat Depot of the US Army of the Rappahannock at Manassas / The War in Virginia-Valley of the Chickahominy, from the vicinity of Mechanicsville Whole Page: Scene in Camp Life / The Rebel's Raid-The Rebel Cavalry Raid towards the White House-Desperate Skirmish at Old Church between a squadron of the 5th US Cavalry and Stewart's (Stuart's) Rebel Cavalry* Whole Page: The War in South Carolina 2 scenes lots of pictures, War in Virginia, Col. McQuade, Cap. Ricketts etc. Condition: very good, normal aging (see pictures) will combine shipping if multiple items are purchased The Skirmish at Old Church was a small engagement that occurred during the American Civil War. It took place on June 13, 1862, in Hanover County, Virginia, as part of the larger Peninsula Campaign. The skirmish involved a squadron of the 5th U.S. Cavalry, a Union unit, and Confederate cavalry under the command of General J.E.B. Stuart.Here are the key details of the Skirmish at Old Church:Context:The Peninsula Campaign was a Union military operation led by Major General George B. McClellan during the American Civil War.In June 1862, McClellan's Army of the Potomac was advancing toward Richmond, the Confederate capital. General Robert E. Lee, who had recently taken command of the Confederate forces, sought to gather intelligence about McClellan's movements.Union Squadron:A squadron of the 5th U.S. Cavalry, commanded by Captain William Royall, was tasked with reconnaissance and screening duties for the Union army.Confederate Cavalry:Confederate cavalry, led by General J.E.B. Stuart, was known for its daring and aggressive reconnaissance missions. Stuart's cavalry was renowned for its ability to gather information about Union movements and engage in hit-and-run tactics.Skirmish:On June 13, 1862, Captain Royall's squadron of the 5th U.S. Cavalry encountered Stuart's Confederate cavalry near Old Church, Virginia.The skirmish that ensued was relatively small in scale, involving a brief exchange of gunfire and cavalry charges.Despite being outnumbered, the Union cavalry held its ground and eventually withdrew, having fulfilled its reconnaissance mission.Outcome:The Skirmish at Old Church was inconclusive in terms of a decisive military outcome.However, it highlighted the ongoing rivalry and skirmishing between Union and Confederate cavalry units as they sought to gather intelligence and harass each other's forces during the Peninsula Campaign.Significance:While the skirmish itself was not a major battle, it was part of the larger context of the Peninsula Campaign, which ultimately led to the Seven Days Battles in late June and early July 1862.Stuart's cavalry continued to play a significant role in Confederate reconnaissance and raiding operations throughout the Civil War, often making audacious and highly visible rides around the Union army.The Skirmish at Old Church serves as an example of the constant reconnaissance and skirmishing activities that occurred between Union and Confederate forces during the Civil War, as both sides sought to gather critical information about their opponent's movements and intentions.

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