Widow Tapp's Farm site and field - Battle of the Wilderness

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On May 6, 1863, General R.E. Lee rallied Texas troops of Longstreet's Corps who arrived on the field just in time to push back a Union charge. Lee attempted to lead the Texans forward but was prevented from doing so as the Texans cried "Lee to the rear!" and he was taken to a safe location.
 battlefieldplace with historical importanceinteresting placeAmerican Civil War 1861-1865
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Coordinates:  38°17'30"N 77°43'29"W
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