Historical Marker
Drakes Branch
Historical marker location:
Drakes Branch, Virginia
( Marker is at the intersection of Depot Street and Drakes Main Street (Virginia Route 47), on the right when traveling south on Depot Street.)
"Burnt all the depot buildings". Wilson-Kautz Raid.
Virginia played a significant role in the American Civil War. It was the site of many major battles, including the Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Fredericksburg, and the Battle of Appomattox Court House, where General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.