October 19, 1863
---On this date, Sherman receives orders from Gen. Halleck to assume command of the Army of Tennessee, since Grant has been advanced to overall theater command.
---Battle of Buckland Races, Virginia: In a rear-guard action, as Lee’s army heads back down south, Confederate cavalry hits a force of probing Union cavalry, driving them back in a running battle for over 5 miles.
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