Civil War Battles
Amelia Springs
Amelia Springs
Location: Amelia Springs, Virginia
Campaign: Appomattox Campaign (March-April 1865)
Date: April 5, 1865
Principal Commanders:
Maj. Gen. George Crook [US];
Maj. Gen. Rosser [CS]
Maj. Gen. Fitzhugh Lee [CS]
Forces Engaged: Divisions
Estimated Casualties: 250 total
Description:
On April 5, Confederate cavalry under Fitzhugh Lee and Rosser assaulted Union cavalry under George Crook as they returned from burning Confederate wagons at Painesville. This running fight started north of Amelia Springs and pushed through and beyond Jetersville.
Result: Inconclusive