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Today in History: Confederate Army claims victory at Battle of Valverde

2/21/2026

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On February 21, 1862, during the American Civil War, the Confederate Army achieved a significant victory at the Battle of Valverde in New Mexico Territory. This battle marked a crucial moment in the Confederate campaign to control the Southwest, despite the eventual abandonment of the field by Confederate forces. The conflict involved Texas cavalry and Arizona militia against Union troops.

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On February 21, 1862, during the American Civil War, the Confederate Army achieved a significant victory at the Battle of Valverde in New Mexico Territory. This battle marked a crucial moment in the Confederate campaign to control the Southwest, despite the eventual abandonment of the field by Confederate forces. The conflict involved Texas cavalry and Arizona militia against Union troops.