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Germanna Ford

Germanna Hwy, VA , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 38° 22' 39.460224", -77° 46' 53.729256"
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One of the principal crossings of the Rapidan River from colonial times. Here a part of the Army of the Potomac crossed the river, April 30, 1863, preceding the battle of Chancellorsville. Here a part of Meade's army crossed on the way to Mine Run, November 26, 1863. Here the Fifth and Sixth corps of Grant's army crossed, May 4-5, 1864, to open the Wilderness campaign.

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00
 
   
 
 
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