Battle of Yellow Tavern Series #8 Traditional Cache

This year on May 11 marks the 150 anniversary of the Battle at Yellow Tavern. I grew up in this area my whole life and never knew about it until this  past few months. I hope you enjoy this series and you learn a little history along the way. 

The Battle of Yellow Tavern

The Battle of Yellow Tavern was fought on May 11, 1864, as part of the Overland Campaign of the American Civil War. Union cavalry under Maj. Gen. Philip Sheridan was detached from the Army of the Potomac to conduct a raid on Richmond, Virginia, and challenge legendary Confederate cavalry commander Maj. Gen. J.E.B. Stuart. The Confederate force was outnumbered and outgunned and Stuart was mortally wounded while attempting to rally his men, dying the next day.

Source: Wikipedia

This is placed along the old telegraph road. Now the road is chopped up into many pieces by 295 and newer roads. I thought a few along here would be perfect considering this road played such a large role in this battle. 

This cache is a camo container.  This one will involve having to cross a creek, so it might not be good for young children.  Bring your own pen and replace as found. Be sure to log all income and outgoing trackables. Happy caching.