Which Civil War event took place in Petersburg, Virginia?
Siege of Petersburg
Battle of Gettysburg
Battle of Antietam
Battle of Bull Run
Answer
The Siege of Petersburg took place in Petersburg, Virginia during the American Civil War from 1864 to 1865. The city's strategic location and railroad network made it a critical target for Union forces aiming to capture the Confederate capital of Richmond.
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