Near Sandston in Henrico County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
White Oak Swamp
Erected by Battlefield Markers Association. (Marker Number 14.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Freeman Markers (Richmond Battlefields) series list. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1862.
Location. 37° 28.15′ N, 77° 12.551′ W. Marker is near Sandston, Virginia, in Henrico County. Marker is on Elko Road (County Route 156), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sandston VA 23150, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named White Oak Swamp (a few steps from this marker); Seven Days Battles (approx. half a mile away); a different marker also named Seven Days Battles (approx. 0.7 miles away); Decoy Airfield (approx. 1.4 miles away); Elko Community Center (approx. 1.7 miles away); Riddell's Shop (approx. 2.1 miles away); Glendale (Frayser’s Farm) (approx. 2.1 miles away); a different marker also named Seven Days’ Battles (approx. 2.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sandston.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. White Oak Swamp by markers
Also see . . .
1. Battle of White Oak Swamp. (Submitted on November 28, 2007, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.)
2. White Oak Swamp. Details about the bridge, swamp, and the marker placement with regard to the historical landmarks. (Submitted on November 28, 2007, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 28, 2007, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,877 times since then and 50 times this year. Last updated on December 7, 2008, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. Photos: 1. submitted on September 18, 2012, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. 2. submitted on November 20, 2007, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 3. submitted on December 7, 2008, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.