Civil War Battles
Mary's Church
Also called
Saint Mary's Church -- Nance's Shop
Mary's Church
Also called
Saint Mary's Church -- Nance's Shop
Location: Charles City, Virginia
Campaign: Grant’s Overland Campaign (May-June 1864)
Date: June 24, 1864
Principal Commanders:
Maj. Gen. Philip Sheridan [US];
Maj. Gen. Wade Hampton [CS]
Forces Engaged: Divisions
Estimated Casualties: 630 total
Description:
On June 24, Maj. Gen. Wade Hampton’s cavalry attempted to cut off Sheridan’s cavalry returning from their raid to Trevilian Station. Sheridan fought a delaying action to protect a long supply train under his protection, then rejoined the Union army at Bermuda Hundred.
Result: Inconclusive