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Auburn
Coffee Hill
Civil War Virginia American Civil War
October 14, 1863
As the Federal army withdrew towards Manassas Junction, Owens and Smyth's Union brigades (Warren's II Corps) fought a rearguard action against Stuart's cavalry and infantry of Harry Hays's division near Auburn.
Stuart's cavalry boldly bluffed Warren's infantry and escaped disaster. The II Corps pushed on to Catlett Station on the Orange & Alexandria Railroad.
Result(s): Inconclusive
Location: Fauquier County
Campaign: Bristoe Campaign (October–November 1863) next battle in campaign previous battle in campaign
Date(s): October 14, 1863
Principal Commanders: General G.K. Warren [US]; Major General J.E.B. Stuart [CS]
Forces Engaged: Brigades
Estimated Casualties: 113 total
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