VA-A3 Capture of Star Fort

Marker text: CAPTURE OF STAR FORT

The fort on the hilltop to the southwest, known as Star Fort, was taken by Colonel Schoonmaker of Sheridan's army in the battle of September 19, 1864.

Conservation & Development Commission 1937

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Location: US 11 (southbound) north of Winchester, Frederick County, Virginia

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