Battle of Front Royal

The Battle of Front Royal took place on May 23, 1862, during the American Civil War. It was a small but strategic clash where Confederate forces, led by General Stonewall Jackson, successfully captured a Union supply train and disrupted Union communications near Front Royal, Virginia. The victory helped Jackson’s army strengthen its position in the Shenandoah Valley, allowing more Confederate operations in the region. This battle demonstrated the importance of mobility and control over key transportation routes in the war. It was a pivotal moment that contributed to Confederate efforts to defend their territory and challenge Union advances.