Auburn Battlefield facts for kids
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Auburn Battlefield
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Auburn Battlefield marker, February 2014
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 Location in Northern Virginia
Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | Bounded by Casanova, Auburn Baptist Church, & Catlett, near Catlett, Virginia |
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| Area | 3,483 acres (1,410 ha) |
| Built | 1863 |
| MPS | Civil War in Virginia MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 11000873 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | December 5, 2011 |
The Auburn Battlefield, also known as Coffee Hill Battlefield, is a special place in Virginia. It's a national historic district and was once a battlefield during the American Civil War. You can find it near Catlett in Fauquier County, Virginia.
This area is important because two battles happened here. These battles took place on October 13 and 14, 1863. They are known as the First Battle of Auburn and the Second Battle of Auburn. The battlefield includes 18 old buildings, 23 historic sites, and 8 structures that help tell its story.
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What is Auburn Battlefield?
Auburn Battlefield is a large area that has been officially recognized as a historic district. This means it's a place with important history. It helps us remember events from the American Civil War. The battlefield covers about 3,483 acres. That's a huge area, almost 5,400 football fields!
Why is it a Historic District?
A historic district is a special area. It has many buildings, sites, or structures that are important to history. These places are protected so we can learn from them. Auburn Battlefield was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2011. This is a list of places in the United States that are worth saving.
The Battles of Auburn
The two battles fought here were part of a bigger event. This event was called the Bristoe Campaign. During this time, the Union and Confederate armies were moving around Virginia. They were trying to outsmart each other.
- First Battle of Auburn (October 13, 1863): This battle happened when Union soldiers ran into Confederate forces. It was a surprise encounter.
- Second Battle of Auburn (October 14, 1863): The fighting continued the next day. Both sides tried to gain an advantage. These battles were not huge, but they were important parts of the larger campaign.
Images for kids
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Old church near the battlefield
