Battle of Galveston (1863 AD)

Battle of Galveston (United States (Union) vs Confederate States (Confederacy)) took place in 1863 AD during American Civil War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1863 AD
• Date: 1863-01-01
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: American Civil War
• Side A: United States (Union)
• Side B: Confederate States (Confederacy)
• Commanders (A): Isaac S. Burrell, William B. Renshaw
• Commanders (B): John B. Magruder, Leon Smith
• Casualties: approx. 420 captured 1 gunboat captured 1 gunboat destroyed26 killed, 117 wounded
• Outcome: Confederate victory
• Coordinates: 29.340°, -94.767°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Galveston · Wikidata entry

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