Battle of Big Black River Bridge (1863 AD)

Battle of Big Black River Bridge (United States vs Confederate States) took place in 1863 AD during American Civil War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1863 AD
• Date: 1863-05-17
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: American Civil War
• Side A: United States
• Side B: Confederate States
• Commanders (A): John McClernand
• Commanders (B): John Bowen, John Vaughn
• Casualties: approx. Total 279 39 killed 237 wounded 3 missing1,751 captured killed and wounded unknown
• Outcome: Union victory
• Coordinates: 32.347°, -90.704°

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