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December 4

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⚔️📍 Honey Hill, South Carolina1864

Battle of Honey Hill — Sherman's March Support Fails

A Union force attempting to cut Confederate railroad supply lines was repulsed at Honey Hill by Confederate defenders in a strong position. The defeat was a rare Confederate success during Sherman's March to the Sea.

Though a Union defeat, Honey Hill could not prevent Sherman's capture of Savannah ten days later or the overall success of the March to the Sea.

Outcome

Confederate defensive victory; cannot stop Sherman's advance