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Battle of Sabine Pass Battle Two

Battle of Sabine Pass Battle Two. By: Tye Shelton And Alex Jones. Date. The second battle of Sabine Pass occurred on September 8 th , 1863 . The battle took place in Jefferson county, Texas. Leaders and commanders. Union Lieutenant Fredrick Crocker. Confederacy

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Battle of Sabine Pass Battle Two

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  1. Battle of Sabine Pass Battle Two By: TyeShelton And Alex Jones

  2. Date • The second battle of Sabine Pass occurred on September 8th, 1863. The battle took place in Jefferson county, Texas.

  3. Leaders and commanders • Union • Lieutenant Fredrick Crocker • Confederacy • Commander Richard W. Dowling

  4. Description of Battle • In the early morning of September 8th 1863, confederate soldiers sailed to the union controlled fort. With Sharpshooters in the base the union felt they were very much in control. After leaving their two war ships the confederates mowed through the union to take control of the base once more.

  5. Length and Fire Power • The battle lasted about One hour at the most if what some historians say. • The Confederacy had 5000 infantry, 4 gunboats, and 18 transports. • The union had 36 infantry, 6 artillery pieces, and a fort.

  6. How many? • The union had 200 killed or wounded, and many taken prisoner.

  7. Extra help or Fun-facts • Union • Had the West Gulf Blockading squad help in battle. • They were basically mowed over by the confederates. • Confederates • Had the Texas Davis Guards help. • Considered most lopsided victory in whole civil war. • Gave Confederacy hope and momentum afterwards.

  8. Sources • civilwaralbum.com • Dipity.com • Schoonerpride.com • civilwar150.kansascity.com

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