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Washington Battle of Washington North Carolina   

Other Names: None

Location: Beaufort County

Campaign: Longstreet's Tidewater Operations (February-May 1863)

Date(s): March 30-April 20, 1863

Principal Commanders: Brig. Gen. John G. Foster [US]; Maj. Gen. D. H. Hill [CS]

Forces Engaged: 6 regiments and artillery units [US]; Hill’s Division [CS]

Estimated Casualties: 100 total

Siege of Washington Historical Marker
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NC Department of Cultural Resources

Description: While Longstreet operated against Suffolk, D. H. Hill’s column moved against the Federal garrison of Washington, North Carolina. By March 30, the town was ringed with fortifications, but the Confederates were unable to shut off supplies and reinforcements arriving by ship. After a week of confusion and mismanagement, Hill was maneuvered out of his siege works and withdrew on April 15.

Result(s): Inconclusive (Confederates withdrew.)

Burning of Washington Historical Marker
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NC Department of Cultural Resources

 

 

In 1776, Washington, North Carolina, became the first town in the United States named in honor of George Washington. It was outlined in 1771, and was originally called Forks of the Tar River. It will subsequently incorporated in 1782.

Sources: National Park Service, North Carolina museum of history, North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources.

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