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Bristoe Station
Other Names: None Location: Prince William County Campaign: Bristoe Campaign (October-November 1863) Date(s): October 14, 1863 Principal Commanders: Maj. Gen. G.K. Warren [US]; Lt. Gen. A.P. Hill [CS] Forces Engaged: Corps Estimated Casualties: 1,980 total Description: On October 14, 1863, A.P. Hills corps stumbled upon two corps of the retreating Union army at Bristoe Station and attacked without proper reconnaissance. Union soldiers of the II Corps, posted behind the Orange & Alexandria Railroad embankment, mauled two brigades of Henry Heths division and captured a battery of artillery. Hill reinforced his line but could make little headway against the determined defenders. After this victory, the Federals continued their withdrawal to Centreville unmolested. Lees Bristoe offensive sputtered to a premature halt. After minor skirmishing near Manassas and Centreville, the Confederates retired slowly to Rappahannock River destroying the Orange & Alexandria Railroad as they went. At Bristoe Station, Hill lost standing in the eyes of Lee, who angrily ordered him to bury his dead and say no more about it. Result(s): Union victory CWSAC Reference #: VA040 Preservation Priority: I.3 (Class B) |
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