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By NPS
Published: January 13, 2008
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Other Names: None Location: Wythe County Campaign: Crook-Averell Raid on the Virginia & Tennessee Railroad (May 1864) Date(s): May 10, 1864 Principal Commanders: Brig. Gen. William W. Averell [US]; Brig. Gen. William. E. Jones [CS] Forces Engaged: Brigades Estimated Casualties: 300 total Description: On May 10, Brig. Gen. W.W. Averell’s raiders encountered a brigade under William “Grumble” Jones near Cove Mountain. After delaying the Union advance, the Confederates withdrew. The next day, Averell reached the New River Bridge on the Virginia & Tennessee Railroad, which he burned. Result(s): Inconclusive
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