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The battle of Five Forks, fought on April 1, 1865 and the breakthrough of the Confederate defensive line of Petersburg on Apr. 2, 1865.
Confederate General Philip Sheridan was tasked with protecting Five Forks during the American Civil War. This strategic location was crucial for controlling supply lines and troop movements. Sheridan's forces successfully engaged Union troops in the Battle of Five Forks on April 1, 1865, which ultimately contributed to the fall of Petersburg and the surrender of General Robert E. Lee's Army.
The Confederate capital, Richmond was captured after the Battle of Five Forks, which forced Lee to evacuate it and Petersburg as well.
The Union victory at the battle of Five Forks, which led to the breakthrough of Confederate front and the encirclement of the Petersburg's defensive line.
Battle of Five Forks happened on 1865-04-01.
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Petersburg
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The Battle of Five Forks was the last war.
The Battle of Five Forks was a decisive Union victory on April 1, 1865. The union army struck General Lee's right flank creating 5,000 Rebel casualties.
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Battle of the Caudine Forks happened in -321.
The address of the Five Forks is: 2780 Five Forks Trickum Rd, Lawrenceville, 30044 5865
General Robert Lee and General Sheridan
Confederate General Philip Sheridan was assigned the task of protecting Five Forks from Union forces. He played a crucial role in the defense of this strategic location during the Civil War, particularly during the Battle of Five Forks on April 1, 1865. The battle ultimately resulted in a decisive Union victory, leading to the fall of Petersburg and Richmond shortly thereafter.
The battle of Five Forks, fought on April 1, 1865 and the breakthrough of the Confederate defensive line of Petersburg on Apr. 2, 1865.