Petersburg Battle
June 9,1864 - March 25, 1865
Location:
The Petersburg Battle was located in Petersburg, Virginia.
Forces Involved:
There were between 65,00- 120,000 Union troops and about 52,000 Confederate troops.
Outcome:
Union victory is the outcome of the Petersburg Battle.
Significance:
The Battle of Petersburg (aka Siege of Petersburg) was a series of battles around the cities of Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia, fought from June 9, 1864, to March 25, 1865, during the Civil War. Beginning after the unsuccessful attack of the city of Petersburg by Ulysses S. Grant, Grant then construction trenches around the eastern portion of Richmond to the outskirts of Petersburg. The city was a major supply hub to the confederate army led by Robert E. Lee, who finally abandoned the city in 1865 and retreated, which led afterward to his ultimate surrender at Appomattox Court House. The Siege of Petersburg continues to be known as an early example of trench warfare, which would be used extensively in World War I.
Commanders:
The Commanders during the Petersburg Battle was Lt. General Uylsses S. Grant for the Union and General Robert E. Lee for the Confederate.
Casualties:
Union: 8,000
Confederate: 3,200