Sumter in Sumter County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill
Photographed By Mike Stroud, 2010
1. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Marker
the site of the Battle
of Dingle's Mill
fought April 9, 1865
between
Potter's Brigade
and
the Reserve South
Carolina Malitia C.S.A.
Erected by
Dick Anderson
Chapter U.D.C.
(Lower stone marker text)
The adjacent marker was first placed on
the bridge built over nearby Turkey Creek.
Dedication was held, April 9, 1913 with address
by Dr. S.H. Edwards, noted Sumter educator.
Veterans of this battle attended ceremonies.
This crossing was the key military defense point.
Marker moved here January 27, 1979.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the United Daughters of the Confederacy series list. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1863.
Location. 33° 52.546′ N, 80° 20.147′ W. Marker is in Sumter, South Carolina, in Sumter County. Marker is on Manning Road (U.S. 521), on the right when traveling south. Located on the northside of Turkey Creek Bridge. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sumter SC 29150, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Battle of Dingles Mill (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Dingle's Mill (a few steps from this
this page online
Regarding Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill. Railroads played a key role in the war, dictating the movement of armies and even the location of battles. They were also prime targets. On his sweep through South Carolina, Sherman discovered that there were several trains loaded with military supplies south of his line of march on the Wilmington & Manchester RR that ran through Sumter. He ordered that a force be organized from the various Federal garrison units on the Carolina coast to march inland and destroy the trains and their cargo, "even if it should cost 500 men." A provisional division of 2,500 men, commanded by General Edward E. Potter, was assembled consisting of two brigades of white and black infantry, plus
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2. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Lower Marker
The stage was set for a raid lasting 16 days, much of which took place AFTER Lee has surrendered.
Also see . . . Battle of Dingle's Mill, From Wikipedia. The importance of the mission was pointedly made by Sherman’s statement that “Those cars and locomotives should be destroyed if to do it costs you 500 men.” (Submitted on September 15, 2010, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)
Additional commentary.
1. The Battle of Dingle's Mill.
Saturday morning, April 9, 1866, This was the same day of Lee's surrender in Appomatox, but no one in Sumter knew that the war had ended. Potter set out for Sumter and its defenders marched out the Manning Road to meet him at Dingle's Mill. About 2:00 p.m. the enemy came within range and the small force defending Sumter opened fire. Although Potter's first and second charges were driven back, further resistance became impossible and a general retreat was called. Potter did not pursue. He knew that he had opened up the road into Sumter and his men were weary. Late in the afternoon of the next day, Potter's cavalry rode up Main Street into Liberty Street and then to the depot where they camped
— Submitted September 
15, 2010, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
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3. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Marker
Two working pieces of artillery were commanded by Lt. William Alexander McQueen and a patient of Sumter hospital, Lt Pamerya, an artilleryman from New Orleans
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4. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Marker
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5. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Cannon
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6. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Marker, seen along US 521, looking south
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7. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Battleground
Confederate Tribute at left, Union Tribute at right
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8. Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill Battleground, Union Tribute
This spot dedicated to the honor
of three Union soldiers who were
killed and buried in a common grave
somewhere on this battle field
——
* Private Edward Bristol
157th N.Y. Volunteers (Infantry)
* Private William Post
157th N.Y. Volunteers (Infantry)
*Private William Utter
56th N.Y. Volunteers (Infantry)
——
Rest In Peace
——
* Private Edward Bristol
157th N.Y. Volunteers (Infantry)
* Private William Post
157th N.Y. Volunteers (Infantry)
*Private William Utter
56th N.Y. Volunteers (Infantry)
——
Rest In Peace
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9. The Battle of Dingle's Mill Confederate Tribute
• Killed •
Lt Alex. McQueen- Garden's BatteryPalmetto Battery
Lt. Raphael Pampere S.C. Siege Train
Sgt. Joseph H. Long 20th S.C. Militia
Dr.John Thompson 20th R S.C Militia
Pvt. C.N. Harbin 2nd S.C. Reserves
Pvt. William Reeder Co. A S.C. Siege Train
• Wounded •
Pvt. William Wingate 20th S.C. Militia
Pvt. Wade Newman Unit unknown
Pvt. Potts Davis 20th S.C. Militia
Pvt. William Baker Company D 1st S.C. Infantry
Pvt. Charles McCoy 20th S.C. Militia
Pvt. Fahm Georgia Regiment
Pvt. C.C. Fabib 22nd Georgia Regiment
Pvt. William Harral 20th S.C. Militia
• Captured •
Pvt. H.D. Lincoln 20th Regiment S.C. Militia
Pvt. William Wotton, 20th S.C. Militia
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10. Potters Raid
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11. Potter's Raid, Sequence of Events
Military Order of the Loyal Legion United States ,Massachusetts Commandery Collection
12. Gen. Edward Potter,photo part of U.S. Army Military History Institute, Carlisle Barracks, Pa.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 27, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 15, 2010, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,599 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10. submitted on September 15, 2010, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 11. submitted on September 16, 2010, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 12. submitted on September 15, 2010, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
