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Today in History: Union and Confederate Forces Clash at Brandy Station

6/9/2025

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On June 9, 1863, during the American Civil War, Union and Confederate forces clashed at the Battle of Brandy Station in Virginia. This battle marked the largest cavalry engagement in U.S. history, with Union cavalry under Maj. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton confronting Confederate cavalry led by Maj. Gen. J.E.B. Stuart, setting the stage for the Gettysburg Campaign.

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On June 9, 1863, during the American Civil War, Union and Confederate forces clashed at the Battle of Brandy Station in Virginia. This battle marked the largest cavalry engagement in U.S. history, with Union cavalry under Maj. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton confronting Confederate cavalry led by Maj. Gen. J.E.B. Stuart, setting the stage for the Gettysburg Campaign.