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Rear Guard in the Swamp

The Battle of White Oak Swamp was fought 150 years ago today. William Farrar Smith was promoted for his “gallantry” during the battle. The following image is from U.S. History Images: Robert Knox Sneden mapped the June 30th troop positions:

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