The Battle of Second Winchester, Part Two

The capture of West Fort was key to taking Winchester. It was the highest of the Union's five forts and was northwest of town.

We visited Star Fort which the Union was forced to evacuate. It is on Fortress Drive (off Rt. 522).

As Milroy left Winchester, forces under Johnson went to Stephenson's Depot to cut off his retreat. The battle there lasted from 3 a.m. until daylight. Johnson captured around 3,000 men, roughly half of Milroy's force.

The confederate victory at Winchester was Ewell's greatest success. His troops not only took control of the city; they also captured many pieces of artillery.

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Fun at the Pumpkin Stand	Visiting Star Fort outside Winchester

Star Fort is overgrown	Stephenson's Depot Battlefield

Markers Commemorating the Battle of Stephenson's Depot		Our trip ended with lunch at the Hopewell Meeting House