Sandston in Henrico County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Battlefield of Seven Pines

Library of Virginia

1. Battlefield of Seven Pines Marker

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In the abatis occupying this ground and covering the second Federal line, the advance of Rodes' Brigade was halted by heavy fire after sunset, May 31,1862. The Confederate dead in this last charge were never removed. They still slumber hereabout.

Erected by Battlefield Markers Association. (Marker Number 41.)

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 date for this entry is May 31, 1862.

Location. 37° 31.212′ N, 77° 18.34′ W. Marker is in Sandston, Virginia, in Henrico County. Marker #41 no longer exists. The plate was stolen in the 1970's and the base was destroyed several years ago during construction of a housing development. 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 walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Battlefield of Seven Pines (approx. 0.3 miles away); Seven Pines (approx. 0.4 miles away); a different marker also named Battlefield of Seven Pines (approx. 0.4 miles

Photographed By Henrico County Recreation & Parks

2. Battlefield of Seven Pines Marker

This marker no longer exists - lost to vandals & development.

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away); Site of the First Public Library in Henrico County (approx. 0.4 miles away); McClellan’s First Line (approx. 0.6 miles away); a different marker also named Battlefield of Seven Pines (approx. 0.6 miles away); Sandston (approx. 0.7 miles away); a different marker also named Battlefield of Seven Pines (approx. ¾ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sandston.

Also see . . . Virtual Tour by Markers of the Battle of Seven Pines. This is one of several markers describing the actions of May 31 - June 1, 1862. (Submitted on May 1, 2009.)

Additional keywords. Freeman Markers, Richmond Battlefield Parks Corporation, Douglas Southall Freeman

Credits. This page was last revised on April 13, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 18, 2008, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 2,279 times since then and 35 times this year. Last updated on April 6, 2022, by James Dean of Chesterfield, Virginia. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 18, 2008, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.