Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road

When

21 Jun 1864 – 23 Jun 1864

Kind

Battle

Coordinates

37.18° N, 77.38° W

Description

1864 battle of the American Civil War

1864 battle of the American Civil War in Petersburg, Virginia

The Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road, also known as the First Battle of the Weldon Railroad, took place during the American Civil War fought June 21–23, 1864, near Petersburg, Virginia. It was the first of a series of battles during the Siege of Petersburg aimed at extending the Union siege lines to the west and cutting the rail lines supplying Petersburg.

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