Episode 3 of 4
Battle of Aldie
- When
- June 17, 1863
- Where
- Aldie, Virginia
An inconclusive cavalry engagement took place on June 17, 1863, in Loudoun County, Virginia, as part of the Gettysburg campaign.
Tensions between Union commander Hooker and his cavalry commander contributed to the context. The battle occurred along the Loudoun/Fauquier county border, which was key to subsequent engagements in the area, including Middleburg and Upperville.
Sources
- Battle of Aldie Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-20
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