1862 In The American Civil War

Events and battles of the American Civil War in 1862.

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Battle of Seven Pines

Battle of Seven Pines (Fair Oaks), May–June 1862

A key engagement of the Peninsula Campaign in the American Civil War fought May 31–June 1, 1862, near Richmond, Virginia, noted for heavy fighting, high casualties and the wounding

Battle of Shiloh

Battle of Shiloh (April 6–7, 1862): Overview and Significance

Battle of Valverde

Battle of Valverde (February 1862) — New Mexico Campaign