Brandy Station in Culpeper County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Battle of Brandy Station
Heights & Sights to the North & East
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, January 26, 2019
1. Battle of Brandy Station Heights & Sightsto the North & East Marker
The commanding view from Fleetwood Hill rendered this “Famous Plateau” an ideal observation post during the war. Today the view looks much as it did in the 1860s.
1. STONY MOUNTAIN
The headwaters of the Rapidan River flow from the base of the Blue Ridge mountain.
2. OLD RAG
A prominent summit in the Blue Ridge.
3. HAZEL MOUNTAIN
The Hazel River flows from this Blue Ridge Mountain and enters the Rappahannock River just above Beverly Ford.
4. BEAUREGARD (Barbour House)
Gen. Robert E. Lee watched the closing phases of the Battle of Brandy Station from the cupola atop the house, which was named in honor of Confederate Gen. P.G.T. Beauregard.
5. NORTH FLEETWOOD HILL
Union Gen. John Buford’s final attacks at Brandy Station gained the northern crest of the hill.
6. MEADE’S HEADQUARTERS
Union Gen. George G. Meade, commander of the Army of the Potomac, made his winter headquarters here in 1863-1864.
7. ST. JAMES CHURCH
The church sat on the plateau where the Confederates anchored their defense against Union Gen. John Buford’s first attack toward Brandy Station. The Federals demolished it
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8. BEVERLY FORD
In the opening phase of the Battle of Brandy Station, Union Gen. John Buford’s “right wing” crossed the Rappahannock River here early in the morning of June 9, 1863.
Erected by Civil War Trails and Civil War Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical date for this entry is June 9, 1863.
Location. 38° 30.536′ N, 77° 52.755′ W. Marker is in Brandy Station, Virginia, in Culpeper County. It can be reached from the intersection of Fleetwood Heights Road (Virginia Route 685) and Stuart Lane, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Brandy Station VA 22714, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area and in Northern Virginia. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once
Library of Congress, January 26, 2019
2. Marker detail: Officer’s winter hut, Fleetwood Hill, with Beauregard house in distance, far right
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Battle of Brandy Station (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Brandy Station.
Library of Congress, January 26, 2019
3. Meade’s headquarters
Far right, Gen. Alfred T.A. Torbert; 2nd from right, Gen. John Sedgwick; 4th from right, Gen. George G. Meade.
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, January 26, 2019
4. Battle of Brandy Station Marker
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, January 26, 2019
5. Battle of Brandy Station Heights & Sights Markers
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, January 26, 2019
6. Brandy Station Battlefield: Fleetwood Hill Sign
Photographed by Benjamin Harrison Allen, June 8, 2024
7. Battle of Brandy Station Marker
The marker has been replaced with a new one.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 29, 2019, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 681 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on March 29, 2019, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. 7. submitted on June 12, 2024, by Benjamin Harrison Allen of Amissville, Virginia. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
