First Battle of Mesilla (1861)

First Battle of Mesilla (Confederate States vs United States) took place in 1861 during American Civil War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1861
• Date: 1861-07-25
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: American Civil War
• Side A: Confederate States
• Side B: United States
• Commanders (A): John Baylor
• Commanders (B): Isaac Lynde
• Casualties: 2 killed, 7 wounded (disputed) (Confederate States), 3–13 killed, 6 wounded (disputed) (United States)
• Outcome: Confederate victory
• Coordinates: 32.272°, -106.804°

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