"Feb 20: Battle of Olustee" Topic
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 Editor in Chief Bill   | 09 Feb 2021 12:51 p.m. PST |
On February 20, 1864, the Battle of Olustee (also known as the Battle of Ocean Pond) was fought in Baker County, Florida. It was the largest battle of the Civil War fought in Florida and involved more than 10,000 soldiers, including three regiments of US Colored Troops. When the five-hour fight was over, Confederate forces claimed victory, and Union soldiers retreated to Jacksonville, where some remained until the war ended 14 months later… link |
| Leadjunky | 09 Feb 2021 5:53 p.m. PST |
Sadly no event this year. |
| John the Greater | 10 Feb 2021 7:57 a.m. PST |
This is a very interesting reenactment and one of the few that can be comfortably held in February. For obvious reasons there is no event this year. My wargamer group has gamed the battle and managed to squeak out a Union victory. |
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