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	Front Royal, Virginia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Front Royal was also known as "Helltown" in the 18th century, due to the readiness of its residents to fight at the slightest provocation.
		Front Royal is situated near the junction of the North Fork and the South Fork of the Shenandoah River.
		Front Royal is the county-seat of Warren County, Virginia.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Front_Royal,_Virginia (1011 words)

	Battle of Front Royal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Battle of Front Royal, also known as Guard Hill or Cedarville, was fought May 23, 1862, in Warren County, Virginia as part of Confederate Army General Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson's Campaign through the Shenandoah Valley during the American Civil War.
		The advance to Front Royal placed Jackson in position to move directly on Winchester, Virginia, in the rear of the Union army.
		The confusion engendered by Jackson's appearance at Front Royal and the hasty Union retreat from Strasburg to Winchester contributed materially to the defeat of Banks's army at First Winchester on May 25.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Battle_of_Front_Royal (989 words)

	Battle of the Somme (1916) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		One purpose of the battle was to draw German forces away from the battle of Verdun; however, by its end the losses on the Somme had exceeded those at Verdun.
		In one significant respect, the Battle of the Somme was a major strategic success for the British as on 12 July, in response to the Somme fighting and the situation in the east, Falkenhayn called off the German offensive at Verdun.
		The attack, known as the Battle of Bazentin Ridge, was aimed at capturing the German second defensive position which ran along the crest of the ridge from Pozières, on the Albert–Bapaume road, southeast towards the villages of Guillemont and Ginchy.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Battle_of_the_Somme (6783 words)

	Town of Front Royal - Gateway to the Shenandoah Valley and the Skyline Drive
		Front Royal is the "Gateway" to the world famous Shenandoah National Park and the Skyline Drive.
		Front Royal is conveniently located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.
		This 7-minute narrated show provides a comprehensive description of the natural beauty, historical significance, and charm of Front Royal that is particularly useful to those planning a trip to the area.
	www.ci.front-royal.va.us /tourism.asp?M=1&P=0&S=0 (203 words)

	Front Royal Virginia Resource Guide, City or community of Front Royal, Virginia Facts, Information, Relocation, Real ...
		The population of Front Royal is approximately 13,589 (2000).
		Front Royal is positioned 38.92 degrees north of the equator and 78.18 degrees west of the prime meridian.
		Front Royal is known as the gateway to the Shenandoah Valley and the Skyline Drive.
	www.usacitiesonline.com /vacountyfrontroyal.htm (430 words)

	Battle of Front Royal Warren County, VA The Court House
		Battle of Front Royal Warren County, VA The Court House
		Officials records of Front Royal were removed and housed in different areas of the town.
		The eager and direct response by the citizens of Front Royal caught the Southern soldiers by surprise.
	www.frontroyalbattle.us /counth.html (384 words)

	Battle Front Royal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Battle of Front Royal Warren County, VA Mosby
		Battle Royal Wwe The whole amphibious force is intended to be self-sustaining and capable of operating without host-nation support.
		Battle Ellison Ralph Royal Symbolism The Northern Ireland Squadron exists to deter the movement of material to Northern Ireland which could be used to support terrorist activities there.
	www.royal-area.com /battle-front-royal_1302.html (1189 words)

	First World War.com - Battles - The Battle of the Somme, 1916
		Comprising the main Allied attack on the Western Front during 1916, the Battle of the Somme is famous chiefly on account of the loss of 58,000 British troops (one third of them killed) on the first day of the battle, 1 July 1916, which to this day remains a one-day record.
		The French Commander in Chief, Joffre, conceived the idea as a battle of attrition, the aim being to drain the German forces of reserves, although territorial gain was a secondary aim.
		Meanwhile the British attack was renewed in north-east, the Battle of Flers-Courcelette, by the Fourth Army on 15 September.
	www.firstworldwar.com /battles/somme.htm (1956 words)

	Town of Front Royal - Battle of Front Royal
		The strategic location of the region, its abundant agriculture and key rail line was well recognized by General Thomas (Stonewall) Jackson as a key to the success of his planned Valley Campaign.
		General Banks, commander of Union troops in the Shenandoah Valley was laying in wait in nearby Strasburg for Jackson's army to advance from Harrisonburg via The Valley Pike.
		The ensuing battle resulted in the defeat of Colonel Kenley's force and the outflanking of Banks as Jackson proceeded toward Winchester and the capture of many needed supplies.
	www.ci.front-royal.va.us /battle.asp?M=1&P=5&S=0 (274 words)

	Battle of Front Royal
		Front Royal is in itself an indefensible position.
		Five companies were detailed to support the artillery, which was placed on the crest of a hill commanding a meadow of some extent, over which the enemy must pass to reach the bridges—one company guarding the regimental camp, nearer to the river, on the right of the line.
		They were again ordered to move, left in front, on the Winchester road, and had proceeded about two miles when they were overtaken by the enemy's cavalry, and a fearful fight ensued, which ended in the complete destruction of the command.
	www.sonofthesouth.net /leefoundation/civil-war/1862/june/battle-front-royal.htm (4562 words)

	Front Royal ,VA Shenandoah Valley History
		During the Civil War (1861-1865) Front Royal was a major supply depot for both armies.
		Among the simpler explanations is that the village at that time was located at the frontier of the royal lands, i.e.
		"Front Royal" is believed by some to be a derivation of the phrase "Front the royal oak".
	www.frva.com /historic_town.htm (974 words)

	History of Front Royal, VA
		Front Royal was officially established and divided into half acre lots on November 15, 1788.
		The Battle of Front Royal, on May 23, 1862, was one of the battles of General Stonewal lJackson's famous Valley Campaign.
		Although the casualties were low at these little known battles, the engagements were strategically important.Overall lies at the narrowest point in the Page Valley and provided an ideal defensive position for the smaller Confederate cavalry (about 1800) with artillery to face the larger Union cavalry (about 5000) with artillery.
	www.hottubheavenproperties.com /history.html (3232 words)

	Battle of Port Royal Ferry, 1 January 1862
		The ruins of the ferry-house were directly in front of the troops now, and the earthworks that contained the battery.
		The skirmishers were met by a sharp fire of artillery and musketry, but they went forward steadily and rapidly, and soon reported to me that a marsh covered the front of the enemy's position, and that they had at least four guns, supported by a heavy force of infantry.
		Battles in this are are included in Civil War @ Charleston's content because operations on the Port Royal area threatened Charleston, established a base for Federal operations in the Lowcountry and usually represent an attack on the Atlantic Coast Railroad which integrated the Confederate coastal defense.
	www.awod.com /gallery/probono/cwchas/ptrylfer.html (2315 words)

	FRONT ROYAL (23 May 1862)
		The advance to Front Royal placed Jackson in position to move directly on Winchester in the rear of the Union army.
		At the time of the battle, Front Royal was a small village of several streets clustered around the courthouse.
		In the town of Front Royal, Prospect Hill Cemetery maintains open ground where the CS left flank first deployed and where artillery was positioned.
	www.cr.nps.gov /hps/abpp/shenandoah/svs3-3.html (1633 words)

	Battle Summary: Front Royal, VA
		Description: On May 23, Confederate forces, spearheaded by the Louisiana “Tigers” and the 1st Maryland, surprised and overran the pickets of a 1,000-man Union garrison under Col. Kenly at Front Royal.
		Outnumbered and outflanked, Kenly continued the retreat to Cedarville, where two cavalry charges led by Maj. Flournoy broke the roadblock and routed the Union force.
		Jackson’s victory at Front Royal forced the Union army under Banks at Strasburg into a rapid retreat towards Winchester.
	www.cr.nps.gov /hps/abpp/battles/va103.htm (162 words)

	Rich History
		Front Royal’s location made it of strategic significance to both North and South during the Civil War.
		Approximately 30% of the landmass in Front Royal-Warren County are dedicated to parks and green areas.
		Front Royal-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, a strong 500+ member-based organization, offers among other benefits; a local legislative alert, Business After Hours programs, and many special events—a business-to-business networking, TradeFest; Virginia Wine and Mushroom festival; and the Blue Ridge Oktoberfest to name a few.
	www.downtownfrontroyal.com /History.html (562 words)

	Area Attractions Front Royal-Warren County Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		Front Royal and Warren County are home to items of interest for the whole family.
		Crosby returned to Front Royal for the premiere of his movie, "Riding High", and made another contribution of $3,572.92, which completed the fund raising campaign.
		The Front Royal entrance to the park is approximately 1/4 mile from Front Royal.
	www.shenvalley.com /sv2/vacation/attractions.shtml (1069 words)

	Belle Boyd about the Battle of Front Royal - General Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson's Shenandoah Valley Campaign of 1862 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		I immediately went for my opera-glasses, and, on my way to the balcony in front of the house, from which position I intended to reconnoitre, I was obliged to pass Mr.
		The Confederates were in line directly in front of the hospital, into which their artillerymen were throwing shells with deadly precision; for the Yankees had taken this as a shelter, and were firing upon the Confederate troops from the windows.
		Richards' house, very near Front Royal, was brought to me by a courier, and I am free to confess I value it far beyond anything I possess in the world.
	stonewall.hut.ru /campaign/royal_boyd.htm (2769 words)

	Front Royal, Virginia
		The Town of Front Royal was established as a river port in 1788.
		The Battle of Front Royal, on May 23, 1862, was one of the battles in General Stonewall Jackson's famous Valley Campaign.
		In that battle, Confederate forces defeated 1,000 Union soldiers to capture a military supply depot, the Manassas Gap Railroad, and the strategic bridges over the two forks of the Shenandoah River at Riverton.
	www.planetware.com /virginia/front-royal-us-va-fr.htm (98 words)

	IMA Hero: Papa Report #5
		Front Royal, VA -- June 19, 2001 -- The first stop on the PAPA WAS A BOY IN GRAY tour was this past Saturday, June 19, at Front Royal, Virginia.
		Belle was just seventeen years old when her parents sent her to stay with her uncle and aunt in Front Royal in the summer of 1861.
		When Belle heard the Federal garrison planned to move out of Front Royal, leaving only a small rear guard, she knew she should alert General Jackson whom she knew was camped some twenty miles away.
	www.imahero.com /papa/report5.html (1236 words)

	Points of Interest in Warren County (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		The Elizabeth Furnace campground entrance is approximately seven miles from Front Royal.
		Constructed in the 1780s, the oldest house on the oldest street in Front Royal is the society’s newest living history museum.
		Front Royal offers a number of restaurants, motels and bed and breakfast establishments.
	www.nvdaily.com /Tabs/warren/points_interest.html (1481 words)

	1862 Eastern Theatre
		Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson at Cedar Mountain and by Lee's army at the Second Battle of Manassas push the Federals back to the outskirts of Washington.
		A Confederate offensive across the Potomac is halted and turned back after battles at South Mountain and Antietam (Sharpsburg), Maryland, in mid September.
		Ambrose E. Burnside, throws his army against Lee's near Fredricksbrug, Virginia, in a series of frontal assaults that are easily and bloodily repulsed.
	nps-vip.net /history/glance/1862e.htm (339 words)

	Encyclopedia :: encyclopedia : Museum of the Confederacy (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
		A newer building to better preserve and present the museum's collections was built and opened in 1976 immediately adjacent of the 3/4 acre (3,000 m²) site.
		The anchor of the first ironclad warship, C.S.S. Virginia which fought the U.S.S. Monitor in the Battle of Hampton Roads in 1862 is prominently displayed on the front lawn.
		The White House of the Confederacy is a gray stuccoed neoclassical mansion built in 1818 by John Brockenborough, who was president of the Bank of Virginia.
	www.hallencyclopedia.com /Museum_of_the_Confederacy (726 words)

	Civil War Traveler \| Virginia \| Valley
		For a free map/brochure of the Battle of Front Royal driving tour, stop at the town visitor center or request a copy by using the online request form or by emailing visitfr@shenetl.net.
		From Front Royal, Jackson marched northwest toward Winchester hoping to cut off and destroy Banks.
		Of the 1,000-man garrison, Union losses in killed, wounded and captured in Front Royal were 904.
	www.civilwar-va.com /virginia/valley/frontRoyal.html (626 words)

	Shenandoah River Trips : 1-800-727-4371
		Front Royal has more than 15 motels and is best situated for guests arriving from the North or from the Metro Washington area.
		Skyline Caverns- Front Royal - Closest Cavern to the Skyline Drive and Metro Washington area.
		Civil War - Battle of Front Royal Driving Tour- Explore the Battle of Front Royal from your vehicle.
	www.shenandoah.cc /things2do.html (529 words)

	Front Royal : Introduction \| Frommers.com
		It lacks the charm of Staunton, Lexington, and other valley towns, nor is it as convenient to the park's popular Central District, but this area has the valley's widest array of outdoor activities: golfing, horseback riding, and canoeing, rafting, kayaking, and inner-tubing on the sometimes lazy, sometimes rapid South Fork of the Shenandoah River.
		Front Royal was named for a royal oak that stood in the town square during the Revolutionary War.
		In those days, it was a wild and woolly frontier waystation at the junction of the two trails that later became U.S. 340 and Va. 55.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/frontroyal/3062010001.html (290 words)

	Town of Front Royal - Official Home Page of Front Royal, Virginia
		The Mayor, Town Council and members of the Town staff welcome you to the Town of Front Royal.
		Incorporated on November 15, 1788, Front Royal is now home to approximately 14,000 citizens.
		Front Royal operates as if it were a medium-sized city while maintaining a quaint, small town atmosphere.
	12.165.213.151 (98 words)

	News Article
		Your first stop on a trip around Front royal and Warren County is the visitor’s Center.
		Perhaps Front Royal’s most notable landmark is its gateway to the Skyline Drive, a 105-mile breathtaking road through the 159,000-acre Shenandoah National Park.
		Fall is the perfect time to cross the Gateway to the Skyline Drive at Front Royal and enjoy the scenic foliage, gorgeous sunsets, and perfect weather.
	www.twincreeksllamas.com /news_article.htm (1209 words)

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