Defenders of the Union

1861-1865

Erected by a grateful people to commemorate the services and sacrifices of the soldiers and sailors in the War of the Rebellion.

Right of Monument:

Malvern Hill, Salem Heights, Petersburg, Crampton Pass, Spottsylvania, Roanoke Island, Cold Harbor

Back of Monument:

Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Gaines Mills, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Snickers Gap, Gettysburg

Winchester

Left of Monument:

Brandy Station, Cedar Creek, Aldie, Opequan, Culpepper, Five Forks, Appomattox

Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (U.S. 206) and Spring Street, on the left when traveling north on Main Street.

Courtesy hmdb.org

Credits and Sources:

HMDB