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The Battle of Brandy Station, June 9, 1863
The Graffiti House (below) served as a field hospital for the South during this and other local battles during the war. It also served as a headquarters facility for the Federal forces during the winter encampment of 1863-64. Soldiers from both sides made drawings and signed their names and units on the walls. Rediscovered in 1993, much has been preserved.
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The Graffiti House (540) 727-7718
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Graffiti House Schedule The Graffiti House is open to visitors from 11:00 to 4:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. It is closed beginning Sunday, December 23, 2018 and will reopen on March 2, 2019.
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Last Updated on 11/16/2018
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The Battle of Brandy Station was
one of history's greatest cavalry engagements with over 20,000
troops, including 17,000 cavalry, engaged in battle. Although the
Union advance was repelled, the overwhelming dominance of the
Confederate cavalry was broken.