Union Retreat

Historical marker location:

16020 Lee Hwy, Centreville, Virginia

( Marker can be reached from Lee Highway (U.S. 29) 0.1 miles west of Paddington Lane, on the right when traveling west.)

Second Battle of Manassas - Day Three. August 30, 1862 - 9 p.m.

The Virginia Colony was known for its tobacco production, which was the main export during the 17th century. Virginia's tobacco exports helped make it one of the wealthiest colonies in North America.