Marion Battle of Marion History
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Location: Smyth County Virginia
and the American Civil War List of Battles
Campaigns: Stoneman’s Raid into Southwest Virginia (December
1864); Virginia Saltworks Campaign (May-December 1864)
Date(s): December 17-18, 1864
Principal Commanders: Col. Maj. Gen. George Stoneman [US]; Maj. Gen. John C. Breckinridge [CS]
Forces Engaged: Divisions
Estimated Casualties: 274 total
Description: Riding through the Cumberland Gap, Stoneman’s expedition advanced on the important lead mines and salt ponds around Marion and Saltville. On December
17, Stoneman defeated a makeshift force of Confederate defenders. On the 18th, the Federals destroyed the leadworks and mines.
On the 20th, they captured and destroyed the Saltworks at Saltville.
Result(s): Union victory
Source: National Park Service
