Battle of Bentonville, Civil War battlefield in the United States of America
The Battle of Bentonville was one of the last major battles of the American Civil War.
Fought from March 19 to 21, 1865, it marked the largest Confederate offensive action against Union forces.
The battle is significant for being the only major attempt to defeat the large Union army of General Sherman during its march through the Carolinas.
Visitors can explore the Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, which preserves this important piece of history.
The battle featured a rare instance of Confederate troops attacking a dug-in Union position.
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Location
Part of
Western Theater of the American Civil War
GPS coordinates
35.30590,-78.32310
Latest update
August 31, 2026 12:16
