Tag Archives: The Battle of Meadow Bridge

Race Outta Richmond: Meadow Bridge Battle Map

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Edward S. Alexander

This past weekend I tried following the path of the Union cavalry raid on Richmond during the Overland Campaign. I forgot that the Richmond Raceway was hosting the Toyota Owners 400 Nascar race and found myself stuck in traffic on … Continue reading →

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The Fight at Meadow Bridge: A Forgotten Cavalry Battle Outside Richmond

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Daniel Davis

As the Army of the Potomac and Army of Northern Virginia grappled for control of the Mule Shoe Salient at Spotsylvania, another battle took shape on the outskirts of Richmond. During the Federal march out of the Wilderness, the tumultuous … Continue reading →

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