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The Battle of Farmington

May 9, 1862 in Farmington, Mississippi

Union Forces Commanded by
Maj. Gen. John Pope
Strength Killed Wounded Missing/Captured
± ? 16 148 14
Confederate Forces Commanded by
Maj. Gen. Earl Van Dorn
Strength Killed Wounded Missing/Captured
± ? 8 89 2
Conclusion: Confederate Victory
   On May 9, Maj. Gen. Earl Van Dorn and his Confederate force struck into Maj. Gen. John Pope's advancing line along Seven Mile Creek. The battle was to last for 5 hours. The Confederates were able to drive the Federals away.
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