The first major battle of the Civil War was Bull Run/Manassas.
The first major land battle of the Civil War was the First Battle of Bull Run, known to the South as First Manassas, in Virginia.
Manassas (or Bull Run) in the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia.
Manassas, Virginia
Same place as 1st Bull Run - Manassas
It was fought near Manassas, Virginia.
In Manassas, Virginia - near a little stream called Bull Run
Prince William County, Virginia Fighting took place over an area that included: Groveton, Gainesville, Brawner's Farm See National Park Service site: http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/abpp/battles/va026.htm
Because the press wanted some dramatic stories, and the politicians were wanting something to boast about.1862
Which first battle, where?
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The first battle to take place in Virginia during the American Civil War was the First Battle of Bull Run, also known as the First Battle of Manassas. Fought on July 21, 1861, it was the first major land battle of the conflict and ended in a Confederate victory. The battle highlighted the war's brutality and the need for better preparation on both sides, as Union forces were initially overconfident and suffered a chaotic retreat. This engagement marked a significant turning point, demonstrating that the war would be longer and more challenging than many had anticipated.