BATTLEFIELD ASSESSMENT

Memphis-Skirmish

February 9, 1865

Shelby

On February 9, 1865 a Confederate force near Memphis attacked and captured a Union wagon train carrying wood that was escorted by the 2nd Arkansas, 2nd Missouri and 1st Iowa Cavalry Regiments.  Union casualties were 2 killed, 4 wounded and 5 taken prisoner.  Property loss included 111 mules.

PRESERVATION OPPORTUNITY INDEX

LOW

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SITE DETAILS

County

Shelby

Date

February 9, 1865

Preservation Opportunity

LOW

Confederate Units

N/A

Union Units

2nd Arkansas Cavalry, 2nd Missouri Cavalry, 1st Iowa Cavalry

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