Battle of Jackson, Tennessee

The Battle of Jackson, also known as the Battle of Salem Cemetery, was fought on December 19, 1862, in Madison County, Tennessee, during the American Civil War.

Battle of Jackson, Tennessee
Part of American Civil War

Scenes from Jackson, done three months before the battle
DateDecember 19, 1862 (1862-12-19)
Location
Result Confederate victory
Belligerents
United States (Union) Confederate States of America
Commanders and leaders
Adolph Englemann Nathan Bedford Forrest
Units involved
Jackson garrison Forrest's Cavalry Division
Strength
Unknown 400 cavalry
Casualties and losses
6 Unknown
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