Description

In all, the US Military Railroad supplied more than 100,000 Union troops and more than 65,000 horses and mules with food, equipment, and supplies from the waterfront docks on the navigable portion of the James River at City Point, Virginia. Former Chief Historian of Petersburg National Battlefield, James H. Blankenship will speak about the USMRR and its role in aiding the Union troops and the war effort during the Petersburg Campaign.

Activity Family

Historical Activities

Location

Magnolia Grange - Parking Lot at Magnolia Grange

Places to Stay

Start Location

10020 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield, VA