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Battle of Fredericktown
The town of Fredericktown changed hands twice, October 17 and 21, 1861, as union forces closed in on a State Guard invasion force under M. Jeff Thompson. The battle site is in good condition, and viewable from the town cemetery. It is not protected.
Battle of Leasburg
A small but important battle was fought here on September 29, 1864, when the union column retreating from Pilot Knob made a stand at the Southwest Branch Railroad. SITE IS NOT ACCESSIBLE.
Battle of Springfield
Zagonyi's Charge (1st Springfield)
The first classic cavalry charge of the Civil War occurred on October 25, 1861, on the outskirts of Springfield.
