CAMP ALLEGHANY, VA
\kˈamp ˈalɪɡəni], \kˈamp ˈalɪɡəni], \k_ˈa_m_p ˈa_l_ɪ_ɡ_ə_n_i]\
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In this battle, December 13, 1861, the Federals numbering 3000 troops and commanded by Milroy were defeated, but retired in good order, before 2000 Confederates led by Edward Johnston. The latter had been left by Jackson in charge of a strong position on a high bluff. Milroy dispatched Moody to attack his flank, while Jones assaulted his front. Both attempts were unsuccessful, so Milroy retired. The losses were about equal on both sides.
By John Franklin Jameson
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