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Skirmish at Farnham Church

1814 in VirginiaBattles involving the United KingdomBattles involving the United StatesBattles of the Chesapeake campaignBattles of the War of 1812 in Virginia
Conflicts in 1814December 1814 eventsNaval battles of the War of 1812
Farnham Church (Episcopal), State Routes 602 & 607, Farnham (Richmond County, Virginia)
Farnham Church (Episcopal), State Routes 602 & 607, Farnham (Richmond County, Virginia)

The Skirmish at Farnham Church was an engagement during the War of 1812. The British bombarded North Farnham Church and assaulted the church on land. The strength of either side is unknown, but the battle was fought between British troops and Virginia militia. The engagement at the northern end of the Farnham Church complex occurred on December 6, 1814, the British failed to capture their target.

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Skirmish at Farnham Church
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Farnham Church (Episcopal), State Routes 602 & 607, Farnham (Richmond County, Virginia)
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