Historical Marker

Carnifex Ferry

Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park parking lot, County Route 23 ยท Nicholas

West Virginia marker

Inscription

Scene of battle, Sept. 10, 1861, between Federal army of Gen. W. S. Rosecrans and Confederate army of Gen. John B. Floyd. Engagement followed defeat of Federals at Cross Lanes, Aug. 26, 1861. State acquired site, Oct. 29, 1935.

Location

AddressCarnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park parking lot, County Route 23
CountyNicholas
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates38.272140, -80.783040

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